Kevin Corbin
Coverage of Kevin Corbin in the Nexus archive.
- NC Sen. Kevin Corbin won’t seek Edwards’ congressional seat in November
N.C. Senator Kevin Corbin (R-Macon) announced he will not run to replace U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards in the November election and will instead continue his state Senate reelection campaign. Edwards withdrew from his reelection bid following a U.S. House Ethics report alleging inappropriate conduct, and the NCGOP’s 11th Congressional District Executive Committee is expected to select a replacement soon.
- Edwards’ abrupt withdrawal leaves western NC Republicans scrambling
Republican Congressman Chuck Edwards abruptly withdrew from his reelection campaign, prompting western N.C. Republicans to seek a replacement for the November ballot. The NCGOP’s 11th Congressional District Executive Committee will select a candidate, with potential options including state lawmakers and previous Edwards primary opponents. Political analysts note the challenge of replacing Edwards in a district that is shifting toward Democratic leanings.
- Key NC Senate budget writer offers glimpse at Helene relief numbers in state budget
Sen. Ralph Hise discusses state budget efforts for Hurricane Helene relief, noting over 1,000 homes have been repaired or rebuilt, with more than 2,800 in process. State and federal funding totals exceed $13 billion, but additional federal support is sought for housing and infrastructure. Challenges include aligning state funds with FEMA guidelines to avoid reductions.