JUSTTHENEWS (Ben Whedon) - Cooper holds 7-point lead over Whatley in NC Senate race: Poll
The seat is open due to the retirement of Sen. Thom Tillis, R-S.C., who has repeatedly clashed with President Donald Trump.
JUSTTHENEWS (Ben Whedon) - Cooper up 9 points over Whatley in NC Senate race: Poll
The N.C. race is expected to be one of the most pivotal in the battle for the Senate in November.
JUSTTHENEWS (Ben Whedon) - Trump boosts Whatley, blasts Cooper in NC Senate race
Trump and Whatley have repeatedly scrutinized Cooper's record on crime, including his early release of criminals.