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2026 Race · North Carolina

U.S. House (District 1)

3 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 1) in North Carolina is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 3 candidates are on record: Donald Davis (Democratic), Laurie Buckhout (Republican), and Tom Bailey (Libertarian). The seat is currently held by Donald G. Davis (Democratic), who has served since January 2023, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Laurie Buckhout

Republican

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Tom Bailey

Libertarian

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Incumbent's record this term

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Donald G. Davis

Democratic · Since January 2023

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Agriculture
  • Armed Services

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HRES.1293

    Recognizing and celebrating "National Salvation Army Week" on May 11 through May 17, 2026.

  • HR.7530

    Assistance for Rural Water Systems Act of 2026

2026 North Carolina U.S. House (District 1) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 1) in North Carolina in 2026?

Donald Davis (Democratic), Laurie Buckhout (Republican), and Tom Bailey (Libertarian). Donald Davis is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 North Carolina U.S. House (District 1) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by North Carolina and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Donald G. Davis, a Democratic, currently represents North Carolina, serving since January 2023.

What committees does Donald G. Davis serve on?

Donald G. Davis serves on House Committee on Agriculture and House Committee on Armed Services. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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