Jeff Jackson Elected North Carolina Attorney General

Democrat Jeff Jackson has emerged victorious in the closely contested race for North Carolina Attorney General, defeating Republican Congressman Dan Bishop. Jackson secured approximately 51.8% of the vote, while Bishop garnered nearly 48.2%, with the Associated Press calling the race shortly after Jackson's declaration of victory. This election marks a continuation of Democratic control of the attorney general's office in North Carolina, a position that has historically served as a stepping stone to the governor's mansion. Jackson, a former prosecutor and Army National Guard major, plans to focus on issues like the fentanyl crisis and fraud protection for vulnerable populations. Both candidates raised substantial funds for the campaign, with over $30 million spent, making it one of the most expensive attorney general races in U.S. history. Jackson's win also highlights the state’s long-standing trend of Democratic leadership in this role, with the last Republican attorney general holding office 128 years ago.