NC elections administrators used to steer clear of backing candidates. No more.

By: Lynn Bonner

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: February 25, 2026

Words: 1,035

Last Updated: 1 week, 1 day ago

Body Text Preview

In a departure from past practices, state officials with active elections oversight are openly supporting candidates this year.

Elections director Sam Hayes attended a Feb. 6 campaign fundraiser for U.S. Rep. Tim Moore (R-N.C.).

State Auditor Dave Boliek, who now oversees the N.C. Board of Elections, campaigned for Senate Leader Phil Berger at an early voting site Tuesday morning. Tuesday afternoon, Boliek led a meeting of a new elections management system commission he created. …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

Email Us