Trending Now - North Carolina Senate Race Decided by Just 23 Votes

WHO:

Phil Berger, North Carolina state Senate president pro tempore

Sam Page, Rockingham County Sheriff and Berger's challenger

President Trump, who endorsed Phil Berger

WHAT:

Phil Berger conceded the GOP primary race to Sam Page

The election was decided by a recount revealing a 23-vote difference

WHERE:

North Carolina

WHEN:

The election and subsequent concession occurred in 2026

WHY:

The concession followed a recount that confirmed the narrow margin of victory

HOW:

The outcome was determined through a recount process

(UPDATED March 26, 2026 00:33 UTC)

In North Carolina, Phil Berger has conceded the GOP primary race to Sam Page after a recount revealed a narrow margin of just 23 votes. The election, which took place in 2026, saw President Trump endorse Berger, but ultimately, the recount confirmed Page's victory. This decision marks a significant shift in the political landscape as Berger steps back from the race.