Representative Chuck Edwards Withdraws from Re-election Bid, Will Complete Term
Representative Chuck Edwards has withdrawn from his re-election campaign for Western North Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives, but will complete his current term. The announcement was made on his Facebook account.
Raleigh Durham, NC, August 5, 2026 —
Representative Chuck Edwards will not seek re-election for his seat representing Western North Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives. Edwards announced his decision to withdraw from the re-election campaign via his Facebook account. He stated that he will complete his current term in office.
The announcement does not specify the reasons for his withdrawal from the re-election bid. Edwards has served as the U.S. Representative for North Carolina’s 11th congressional district since January 2023. Prior to his service in the U.S. House, he was a member of the North Carolina State Senate from 2019 to 2023.
Further details regarding the circumstances of his decision or any potential future plans were not provided in the initial announcement. The withdrawal means the upcoming election will feature an open seat for the 11th congressional district.
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