Republican Party and MAGA Movement

North Carolina Senate leader Phil Berger conceded the GOP primary to challenger Sam Page after a 23‑vote margin. The upset — called an "earthquake" by analysts — ousted Berger, long viewed as the state's most influential GOP figure and top fundraiser, despite outspending Page about 40‑to‑1 and having President Trump’s endorsement, while Page ran as a MAGA loyalist challenging entrenched establishment power.