Preliminary results show Jessica Bichler as winner of North Carolina Senate District 7

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Jessica Bichler is leading incumbent Michael Lee in the North Carolina Senate District 7 race, according to unofficial results from the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.

With all 35 of 35 precincts reporting in New Hanover County, Bichler received 48,310 votes, compared with 43,469 votes for Lee.

The unofficial results show Bichler leading by 4,841 votes.

Although all 35 precincts are reporting, the results remain unofficial. Election results are subject to the canvass and certification process by election officials.