Democratic candidates winning money battle in key races

In several key statewide and legislative contests, Democratic candidates outraised Republicans and entered July with more money in the bank.

Democratic Attorney General Josh Stein celebrates his gubernatorial primary victory on March 5, 2024.

North Carolina Democrats outraised Republicans in key races across the ballot, according to new campaign finance reports.

Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know:

Governor

North Carolina Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson and Democratic Attorney General Josh Stein (left to right) will square off in the general election for governor.

In the hotly contested gubernatorial race, Democratic Attorney General Josh Stein raised $13.8 million between Feb. 18 and June 30. Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson took in $5.1 million over the same period.

Stein’s campaign also spent over three times more than Robinson and entered July with over twice the cash. Stein ended the fundraising period with $15.9 million in the bank to Robinson’s $6.6 million.

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Lieutenant Governor

Republican Hal Weatherman and Democrat Rachel Hunt (left to right) will square off in the general election for lieutenant governor.

Running to succeed Robinson as lieutenant governor are Democratic state Sen. Rachel Hunt and Republican operative Hal Weatherman.