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North Carolina Senate leader, conservative architect Phil Berger concedes primary loss

North Carolina’s most powerful leader, Phil Berger, concedes primary loss

by Associated Press

| March 24, 2026

2026 Election | Lead Story | no gate | NORTH CAROLINA LEADERS | PHIL BERGER | Sam Page
North Carolina's most influential politician, Republican state Senate leader Phil Berger, conceded the primary race for his seat to Sam Page on Tuesday.
Sam Page - Cardinal & Pine

Strap in. It might be a while before the Page-Berger race is decided.

by Michael McElroy

| March 6, 2026

2026 Election | Lead Story | PHIL BERGER | Sam Page
Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page declared victory with a two vote lead over Phil Berger, the most powerful Republican in the state, but there are still votes to be counted and lawsuits are likely.