Midterm elections

Roy Cooper to win North Carolina for Democrats

Former Governor Roy Cooper won the Democratic nomination for the Senate election in North Carolina, reports the AP. He will face Republican Michael Whatley in the fall election for the seat vacated by Republican Thom Tillis.

Cooper's victory strengthens Democrats' hopes of regaining the Senate majority. Whatley, who is supported by President Donald Trump, won his nomination in a field of several candidates.

The election in North Carolina is seen as crucial for Democrats' chances of winning a majority in the Senate in the fall midterm elections.

Talarico becomes Democratic Senate candidate in Texas

James Talarico wins the Democratic primary for the Senate election in Texas this fall. CNN reports. Talarico, a 36-year-old former teacher, was largely unknown before he entered the election campaign in September. During his campaign, he has built a large following, not least through social media.

He also received a lot of attention when “Late Show” host Steven Colbert stated that CBS management had stopped him from airing an interview with Talarico. The interview instead received millions of views online.

Talarico will face either Republican John Cornyn or Ken Paxton, who will meet in a runoff election on May 26.