Republicans name candidate to replace Chuck Edwards after sexual harassment investigation
Summary
North Carolina Republicans chose Jennifer Balkcom to replace Chuck Edwards as their candidate for the 11th congressional district after Edwards ended his re-election bid following a sexual harassment investigation. Balkcom will compete against Democrat Jamie Ager in the November midterm election to represent the district.Key Facts
- Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race after a US House investigation found he likely sexually harassed two female staffers.
- The House ethics committee said Edwards created a hostile work environment and recommended he be censured.
- Jennifer Balkcom was selected by North Carolina Republicans to replace Edwards as their candidate.
- Balkcom will run against Democrat Jamie Ager in the November election for the 11th district.
- President Trump won this district by 10 points in 2022, but Democrats see a chance due to low approval ratings and local issues.
- Edwards first won his seat in 2022 by defeating Madison Cawthorn in the Republican primary.
- No Democrat has won this seat since 2010, making it a key target for both parties in the midterms.
- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added this district to their list of important races to help win back the House majority.
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