RALEIGH — Since end of Reconstruction in 1877, a Republican candidate has been elected North Carolina’s attorney general precisely one time, in 1896. Two other Republicans served briefly in the office, but only by appointment.
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Bishop Files to Run for Attorney General
U.S. Representative Dan Bishop filed to run for North Carolina Attorney General Friday, alongside family, friends and supporters.
Bishop Launches Bid for Attorney General
Conservative Congressman Dan Bishop announced Thursday he is running for Attorney General, to defend the rule of law and protect North Carolinians’ freedoms.
Rep. Dan Biship to run for North Carolina Attorney General
Representative Dan Bishop, a prominent Republican member of the Freedom Caucus who represents District 8, has announced his decision to step down from his congressional seat in order to run for the position of North Carolina attorney general. This decision has sparked intense competition for the role, historically dominated by Democrats.
US House members representing NC speak out about impeachment
Members of the US House of Representatives that serve the citizens of North Carolina took to Twitter and press releases to share their stance on President Donald Trump’s second impeachment. The legislators representing North Carolina are divided along party lines. The resolution to impeach President Trump passed with 232 for impeachment and 197 against with 4 that did not vote. There were 222 Democrats and 10 Republicans for the resolution, and 197 Republicans against it.
North Carolina Congressional delegation statements regarding rioters storming the capital
Several members of the NC delegation denounced today’s events in the US Capitol. Here are statements from members of both parties.