State Senator Michael Lee’s record on regulating Duke Energy and PFAS pollution has played a prominent role in campaign ads in his race against Democrat Jessica Bichler. While not exhaustive, WHQR explored several of the main claims, comparing Lee’s responses with experts and past reporting.

There are 17 uncontested races on the November ballot in New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick counties, and all the candidates are Republican. However, according to a political scientist, New Hanover County voters are some of the most “interesting ones” in the state, as they tend to cast votes for both Republican and Democratic candidates.

At a Greenville rally this week, President Donald Trump said he will order swift settlement of remaining claims only if Republicans hold Congress.

After Trump linked Camp Lejeune water contamination settlements to the midterms, advocates, Gov. Josh Stein, Congresswoman Deborah Ross, and others question the political pledge as thousands await resolution. Advocates say justice should not depend on politics.