Former NC Governor Roy Cooper announces Senate run, aiming to help Democrats win majority.

Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has announced his run for the U.S. Senate, aiming to flip a key seat from Republicans in the 2026 midterms. Democrats hope this move will help them gain a Senate majority, though challenges remain, particularly in Michigan's uncertain primary. Cooper's entry is seen as a strong boost for the Democratic effort to win back control of the Senate.