Who will fill the power vacuum at the top of the North Carolina Senate? Watch the short session.

Phil Berger’s loss to a populist candidate to his right leaves a gaping power vacuum at the top of the chamber.

By: Christine Zhu

Outlets: North Carolina Newsline

Published: March 30, 2026

Words: 962

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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At least three North Carolina Republican state senators are vying to succeed Phil Berger as the chamber’s leader after he lost his seat to Rockingham Sheriff Sam Page earlier this month.

Berger (R-Rockingham) conceded to Page three weeks after the primary election. Page led by 23 votes after two recounts.

The incumbent was first elected to the state Senate in 2000 and has led the chamber for 15 years. He’s considered North Carolina’s …

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