Don Davis and Laurie Buckhout Vie for North Carolina’s 1st Congressional District in Rematch
The election for North Carolina's 1st Congressional District is a highly anticipated rematch, featuring Congressman Don Davis and Republican challenger Laurie Buckhout actively campaigning.

Raleigh Durham, NC, August 24, 2026 —
The race for North Carolina’s 1st Congressional District is shaping up to be a closely watched contest, marked by a rematch between incumbent Congressman Don Davis and Republican challenger Laurie Buckhout. Both candidates are actively engaged in campaigning as they seek to represent the district.
This election marks a repeat of a previous contest between Davis and Buckhout, drawing significant attention from voters and political observers. The district’s outcome is considered important within the broader political landscape of North Carolina.
Congressman Don Davis, representing the Democratic party, is seeking to retain his seat. His campaign efforts are focused on engaging with constituents and highlighting his record and platform. The specific details of his campaign activities and policy proposals were not provided in the summary.
Laurie Buckhout, the Republican challenger, is also actively campaigning to unseat Davis. Her efforts aim to present her vision for the district and persuade voters to support her candidacy. The summary did not include specific information regarding Buckhout’s campaign strategies or policy stances.
As the election progresses, both campaigns are expected to intensify their outreach and public appearances. The final outcome will depend on voter engagement and turnout within the 1st Congressional District.
Story summarized from the original created by Michael Perchick on abc11.com, see more information here.
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