Michael Whatley Endorsed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

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September 30, 2026

RALEIGH - Today, Michael Whatley was endorsed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber endorsed Whatley because they know he is the Pro-Job-Creator candidate who will support policies that help create more and better jobs and more and better opportunities for all North Carolinians. Under Roy Cooper’s reign, he was consistently against North Carolina job creators. From vetoing tax relief; forcing an impractical Green New Deal energy agenda that raised costs; to closing businesses during COVID; Cooper stood against our job creators every step of the way. The Chamber endorsement demonstrates that job creators across North Carolina know Michael Whatley is the right choice for the US Senate.

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“Michael Whatley knows that the best way to lift up North Carolinians—to lift their wages, expand their opportunities, make the future brighter for their children—is through a growing economy fueled by free enterprise. Michael will support the policies that will drive economic growth and improve quality of life for North Carolinians. Michael supports the policies that will enable job creators to do what they do best: serve people, solve problems, and strengthen this state. On behalf of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, it is my privilege to stand with you today and endorse your candidacy for U.S. Senate,” said Courtney Felts of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

“I am honored to receive the U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorsement in my race. Business owners know that Roy Cooper’s agenda will bring higher taxes, more regulations and higher costs, stifling innovation, and cut off job growth. As your Senator I will fight for tax, trade and regulatory policies that will allow small businesses, manufacturers and farmers to create more jobs here in North Carolina!” said Michael Whatley.