Chuck Edwards
Charles Marion Edwards (born September 13, 1960) is an American politician who has served in the North Carolina Senate from the 48th district since 2016.[1][2]
Chuck Edwards | |
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| Member of the North Carolina Senate from the 48th district | |
| Assumed office August 19, 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Tom Apodaca |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Charles Marion Edwards September 13, 1960 Waynesville, North Carolina, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Teresa Edwards |
| Children | 2 (1 deceased) |
| Education | Blue Ridge Community College |
Career
Edwards was appointed to the North Carolina Senate in August 2016 after the resignation of Tom Apodaca. He defeated Democrat Norman Bossert in November 2016. He was re-elected in 2018 and 2020.[3]
On November 30, 2021, Edwards declared his candidacy for North Carolina's 14th congressional district in the 2022 election.[4]
References
- "Chuck Edwards replaces Tom Apodaca, will complete Apodaca's term". WLOS. Retrieved 2018-06-13.
- "North Carolina General Assembly - Senator Chuck Edwards (Republican, 2017-2018 Session)". Ncleg.net. Retrieved 2018-06-13.
- "Chuck Edwards". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2021-12-30.
- King, Kimberly (2021-11-30). "Republicans eye open seats after Sen. Edwards announces congressional run". WLOS. Retrieved 2021-12-30.
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