High Point University Poll Shows Cooper Extending Lead Over Whatley in US Senate Race
The High Point University Poll indicates that US Senate candidate Cooper has extended his lead over Whatley to 50% to 42%.

Greensboro High Point Winston Salem, NC, September 24, 2026 —
A recent poll conducted by the High Point University indicates a shift in the US Senate race, with candidate Cooper widening his lead over opponent Whatley. The poll results show Cooper holding 50% of the vote compared to Whatley’s 42%.
The information available states that Cooper has extended his lead, however, specific details regarding the previous polling numbers or the exact timeframe of this reported extension were not provided. The specific state or district for this US Senate race was also not specified in the provided information.
The High Point University Poll is the source of this data. Further details, such as the margin of error for the poll, the methodology used, or the exact date range of data collection, were not immediately available.
As the election cycle progresses, voter sentiment, as reflected in polls, can fluctuate. The reported figures indicate a preference for Cooper among respondents surveyed by the High Point University Poll at the time the data was compiled.
The names of the candidates, Cooper and Whatley, are identified, along with their respective support percentages according to this poll. The political context, including party affiliations or current roles of the candidates, was not included in the summary data.
Information regarding campaign events, candidate platforms, or specific policy issues influencing voter choice was not part of the provided summary. The article focuses solely on the polling data as presented.
Story summarized from the original created by RICHARD CRAVER Staff Reporter on greensboro.com, see more information here.
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