The House of Berger

By: Lynn Bonner

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: April 1, 2026

Words: 581

Last Updated: 3 months, 4 weeks ago

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Senate leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) lost his primary and won’t run the chamber next year. But he’s leaving a legacy. Members of his family, former staff members, and former Senate colleagues hold positions of influence throughout government. They are top officials in the executive branch and UNC administrative offices, and sit on important regulatory commissions.

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Son Phil Berger Jr. is a Supreme Court justice. He was first elected to the North Carolina …

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