Vance boosts Whatley as GOP groups weigh pulling ad money
Vice President JD Vance implored North Carolina voters to back Senate Republican candidate Michael Whatley in his competitive battle against former Gov. Roy Cooper, as some Republicans warn the historically toss-up state could be getting away from the GOP.
TL;DR
- Vice President JD Vance campaigned for Republican Senate candidate Michael Whatley in North Carolina.
- Vance praised Whatley and criticized Democratic opponent Roy Cooper on issues like crime and ideology.
- Polling and fundraising data suggest Cooper leads Whatley in the competitive race.
- Some Republican groups have reduced ad reservations for Whatley, raising concerns about the GOP's chances in the state.
- Vance and Donald Trump have both recently stumped for Whatley in North Carolina.
- Vance highlighted Cooper's role in releasing inmates during the COVID-19 era.
- A recent poll showed Cooper with a significant lead over Whatley.
- Vance acknowledged voter dissatisfaction with the economy and appealed to independents.
- Democrats are focusing on affordability and blaming Republicans for high gas prices.
- Vance framed the election as a choice between a future for the country and its destruction.