Roy Cooper

Happy Women’s History Month, North Carolina!

Now is as important a time as ever to celebrate women’s achievements and protect their rights. I’m fortunate to look up to so many women in my life.

But Americans fear another costly, drawn out war that puts our troops in harm’s way and removes focus and resources from needs here at home. Americans deserve to know all the long term objectives of this war, its risks and the exit strategy.

Devastating news that American service members were killed and wounded and I pray for them and their loved ones. I’m grateful for our troops who eliminated leaders and damaged weapons of this evil and oppressive regime.

New A.C.A. Plans Could Increase Family Deductibles to $31,000

These new health care plans aren’t cheaper for you, they’ll make you pay more out of pocket.

That’s a sham. When I get to Washington, I’ll fight to make health care affordable.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/health/obamacare-health-insurance-rollbacks.html

For Many Cash-Strapped Americans, ‘Basic Living Has Become a Burden’

Basic necessities shouldn’t be a burden to hardworking North Carolinians.

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/23/us/trump-affordability-inflation-families.html

I Will Vote Be a voter. Find everything you need to vote in your state's next election.

The NC primary election is on Tuesday, March 3!

Early voting — the only time you can register the same day you vote — ends on Saturday, February 28.

Make a plan to vote — visit iwillvote.com to check your polling place and registration status today.

Affordable health care shouldn’t be a luxury.

Roy Cooper challenges Michael Whatley to sell stocks now if he believes in ban Cooper and Whatley agree that members of Congress should not own individual stocks. But Cooper is challenging Whatley to sell off what he owns.

If he’s serious about serving our state, he’d sell his individual stocks now and pledge not to own them in the future whether or not a ban is passed.

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While your costs go up, Michael Whatley uses his candidacy to grow his personal portfolio. That’s the opposite of true public service.

We’re officially one week out from the NC Primary Election. I am ready to go to the Senate to fight to make the middle class achievable for more people, and I hope I have your support.

Visit iwillvote.com to find your polling place and make a plan for March 3rd.

While North Carolinians are looking at their budget for next month and deciding what they can make work, DC insiders like Michael Whatley are lining billionaires' pockets.

That’s the last thing NC families need right now.

Washington’s chaos is only getting worse and costs are only going up. It’s time we start putting people over politics.

I’ve worked across the aisle to add hundreds of thousands of jobs, expand Medicaid and provide paid parental leave for state employees. My opponent hasn’t.

USA Hockey is golden! Proud of our guy Slavin! Plus Jarvy gets a silver and Aho gets a bronze!

EPA rolls back mercury limits for coal plants, drawing health concerns The EPA repealed stricter mercury limits for coal plants, citing cost savings. Health advocates warn the move could increase pollution risks for children and families.

People deserve to drink clean water and breathe clean air, but this administration is willing to make people sick in order to make big utility companies rich — all with Michael Whatley's support.

As Senator, I'll fight back against this.
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This erratic and chaotic trade war has raised costs on hardworking families and small businesses across North Carolina who are already grappling with high prices and expensive health care.

Working families are getting crushed and this ruling is clear— these tariffs are unlawful and have got to end.

Far-right Republicans have taken away the ballot box from students at NC A&T.

This won't stop us — your voice deserves to be heard.

Today in Greensboro, I sat down with doctors and patients who told me about skyrocketing insurance premiums and obstacles people are dealing with in our broken health care system.

When I get to Washington, I’ll work to lower costs and cut through the red tape.

ACA enrollment dropped sharply in North Carolina. More people across the state are expected to lose coverage Amid rising costs and the expiration of enhanced subsidies, fewer North Carolina residents enrolled in health coverage under the Affordable Care Act for 2026, according to the latest figures from the ...

You shouldn’t have to choose between your health and your bills. It’s time DC makes this right.

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As Governor, I secured affordable health care for hundreds of thousands of working North Carolinians. Now, as costs rise and subsidies disappear, 200,000+ have unenrolled from the ACA.

Ramadan Mubarak to all North Carolinians celebrating! May this time of reflection, compassion and renewal bring peace and blessings to you and your loved ones.

Happy Lunar New Year, North Carolina!

As we welcome the Year of the Horse — a symbol of energy and momentum — may it bring you and your families fortune, good health and continued success.

Jesse Jackson dedicated his life to breaking down racial barriers, bringing hope and building an America where everyone has an opportunity to succeed. May he rest in peace and may we all strive to continue his mission.

We need leaders in DC who will fight for the people, not the billionaires and corporations.

The Break Is Over. Companies Are Jacking Up Prices Again. Higher tariffs, labor and health-insurance costs have pushed many businesses to raise prices for consumers.

This is what we get when DC doesn’t prioritize everyday people. We can’t afford it.

https://www.wsj.com/business/price-increases-consumers-businesses-b70e4542?mod=hp_lead_pos3

Tariffs sour Valentine’s for North Carolina's small business entrepreneurs • NC Newsline Many of the gifts that define Valentine’s, especially flowers and chocolates, rely heavily on imports which have been affected by tariffs.

These chaotic tariffs are hitting NC small businesses and consumers alike.

A simple gesture like buying flowers or chocolate shouldn't make North Carolinians worry about an extra hit to their wallet.

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Early voting is underway, North Carolina. Let's do this.

I Will Vote Be a voter. Find everything you need to vote in your state’s next election.

You can register and vote on the same day during early voting – now until February 28. Check your polling place at iwillvote.com, and don’t forget to bring your ID!

I know there’s a lot riding on this race, and I don’t take your vote for granted. You can count on me to represent all North Carolinians in the Senate.

I exercised my civic duty today, and I hope you’ll join me.

Thank you to everyone in Brunswick County who came out today — it's great to have you with me in this race.

This is shaping up to be the biggest Senate race in the US, and no one does a job like this alone.

Trump's tariffs cost American households $1,000 last year: Research group President Donald Trump’s tariffs cost the average American household $1,000 last year, according to new research from the nonpartisan Tax Foundation.

Chaotic tariffs cost you $1,000 last year, and that’s set to climb to $1,300 this year. Americans already don’t have change to spare.

While my opponent prioritizes his own personal interests, I’m the Senate candidate who will bring down costs.

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