Deborah Ross
2021 - Present
2025
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Deborah Ross (Democratic Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District. She assumed office on January 3, 2021. Her current term ends on January 3, 2025.
Ross (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. She advanced from the Democratic primary on March 5, 2024.
Ross is a former Democratic member of the North Carolina House of Representatives, representing District 38 from 2003 to 2013. She served as a Majority Whip and, at the time of her resignation, State House Deputy Minority Whip.
On May 1, 2013, Ross announced her resignation from the House to become general counsel for Triangle Transit. House Speaker Thom Tillis (R) announced on May 29, 2013 that Ross would officially leave on June 1, 2013.[1][2]
Biography
Deborah Ross lives in Raleigh, North Carolina. Ross' career experience includes working as a civil rights lawyer.[3][4]
Committee assignments
U.S. House
2023-2024
Ross was assigned to the following committees:[Source]
2021-2022
Ross was assigned to the following committees:[Source]
- Committee on Judiciary
- Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties, Vice Chair
- Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet
- Committee on Rules
- Expedited Procedures, Vice Chair
- Legislative and Budget Process
- Committee on Science, Space, and Technology
- Energy
- Research and Technology
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Ross served on the following committees:
North Carolina committee assignments, 2013 |
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• Education |
• Elections |
• Ethics, Vice chair |
• Finance |
• Judiciary |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Ross served on the following committees:
North Carolina committee assignments, 2011 |
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• Education |
• Elections |
• Ethics |
• Finance |
• Judiciary |
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Ross served on the following committees:
North Carolina committee assignments, 2009 |
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• Appropriations |
• Education |
• Election Law and Campaign Finance Reform |
• Ethics |
• Finance |
• Judiciary I |
• Pensions and Retirement |
• Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House |
Key votes
Key votes: 118th Congress, 2023
The 118th United States Congress began on January 3, 2023, at which point Republicans held the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives (222-212), and Democrats held the majority in the U.S. Senate (51-49). Joe Biden (D) was the president and Kamala Harris (D) was the vice president. We identified the key votes below using Congress' top-viewed bills list and through marquee coverage of certain votes on Ballotpedia.
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Key votes: 117th Congress, 2021-2023
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Elections
2024
See also: North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024
North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Democratic primary)
North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House North Carolina District 2
Incumbent Deborah Ross, Alan Swain, and Michael Dublin are running in the general election for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | ||
Deborah Ross (D) | ||
Alan Swain (R) | ||
Michael Dublin (G) |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2
Incumbent Deborah Ross defeated Michael Camero in the Democratic primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | Deborah Ross | 93.6 | 69,564 | |
Michael Camero | 6.4 | 4,761 |
Total votes: 74,325 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2
Alan Swain defeated Eugene Douglass and Robert Morales in the Republican primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | Alan Swain | 59.5 | 25,759 | |
Eugene Douglass | 22.5 | 9,751 | ||
Robert Morales | 17.9 | 7,747 |
Total votes: 43,257 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Sandy Roberson (R)
Green primary election
The Green primary election was canceled. Michael Dublin advanced from the Green primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2.
Endorsements
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2022
See also: North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2022
North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2022 (May 17 Republican primary)
North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2022 (May 17 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House North Carolina District 2
Incumbent Deborah Ross defeated Christine Villaverde in the general election for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | Deborah Ross (D) | 64.7 | 190,714 | |
Christine Villaverde (R) | 35.3 | 104,155 |
Total votes: 294,869 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Deborah Ross advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- James Gailliard (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2
Christine Villaverde defeated Mahesh Ganorkar and Adina Safta in the Republican primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 on May 17, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | Christine Villaverde | 55.1 | 19,650 | |
Mahesh Ganorkar | 25.6 | 9,133 | ||
Adina Safta | 19.3 | 6,872 |
Total votes: 35,655 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Sid Sharma (R)
- Richard Ahrens (R)
2020
See also: North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2020
North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2020 (March 3 Democratic primary)
North Carolina's 2nd Congressional District election, 2020 (March 3 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House North Carolina District 2
Deborah Ross defeated Alan Swain and Jeff Matemu in the general election for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | Deborah Ross (D) | 63.0 | 311,887 | |
Alan Swain (R) | 34.8 | 172,544 | ||
Jeff Matemu (L) | 2.2 | 10,914 |
Total votes: 495,345 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2
Deborah Ross defeated Monika Johnson-Hostler, Andrew Terrell, and Ollie Nelson in the Democratic primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2 on March 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | Deborah Ross | 69.8 | 103,574 | |
Monika Johnson-Hostler | 22.5 | 33,369 | ||
Andrew Terrell | 5.8 | 8,666 | ||
Ollie Nelson | 1.8 | 2,677 |
Total votes: 148,286 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Jason Butler (D)
- Scott Cooper (D)
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Alan Swain advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Michael Williams (R)
Libertarian primary election
The Libertarian primary election was canceled. Jeff Matemu advanced from the Libertarian primary for U.S. House North Carolina District 2.
2016
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The race for North Carolina's U.S. Senate seat was one of nine competitive battleground races in 2016 that helped Republicans maintain control of the upper chamber after the November 8 general election. Incumbent Sen. Richard Burr (R) won re-election, defeating former state Rep. Deborah Ross (D) and pizza delivery driver Sean Haugh (L) in the general election.
While most of his colleagues facing tough re-election campaigns were out on the trail, Burr, the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, was focused on his duties as chairman and did not officially begin campaigning until October 7, 2016. He told The Associated Press, “I become a candidate on Oct. 7, when the United States Senate is adjourned. I don't want there to be any question between the separation of Senate business, so I have very few conversations with campaigns and it really plays no role in my actions." Some Republican strategists were worried that Burr’s failure to attack Ross early in the race would hurt him on Election Day, while others said “Burr’s low-key style fits the ethos of the state well.”[41][42]
Republican President-elect Donald Trump, who did not establish a strong ground game in the state, and North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory (R), who was unpopular because of his stance on the state’s “bathroom bill,” complicated Burr’s path to re-election. Referring to Trump and McCrory, North Carolina GOP consultant Carter Wrenn said, “If it was a normal year, and it was just Richard and Deborah, you’d have to say Richard had a solid advantage.”[42]
With the uncertain political landscape in North Carolina—it was the only state that The Cook Political Report rated as a “toss-up” for president, Senate, and governor—outside Republican groups spent more money on attack ads in the state than they had initially planned for in an effort to maintain control of the Senate. The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) ran ads attacking Ross for being "too liberal" for North Carolina by highlighting her career with the American Civil Liberties Union. The NRSC also created the site “Radical Ross” to showcase Ross’ stance on “countless radical, out-of-touch policies.”[43][44]
Ross’s campaign spokesman Cole Leiter, who attempted to portray Burr as a Washington insider, responded to the attacks saying, “It’s no surprise that, like a typical Washington politician, [Burr]’s turning to the same big money donors he’s put first all along. But North Carolina voters won’t be fooled — they know it’s time for a change, and no amount of special interest dark money can bail Richard Burr out.”[45]
Ultimately, Burr was not hurt by his late arrival to the campaign trail or by having Trump or McCrory on the ballot. Burr outperformed Trump by earning more votes than the president-elect. After winning re-election, Burr tweeted: “Thank you North Carolina! Honored to continue serving as your senator.”[46]
Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
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Republican | 51.1% | 2,395,376 | ||
Democratic | Deborah Ross | 45.4% | 2,128,165 | |
Libertarian | Sean Haugh | 3.6% | 167,592 | |
Total Votes | 4,691,133 | |||
Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections |
Candidate | Vote % | Votes | ||
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61.4% | 627,354 | ||
Greg Brannon | 25.2% | 257,331 | ||
Paul Wright | 8.5% | 86,940 | ||
Larry Holmquist | 4.9% | 50,507 | ||
Total Votes | 1,022,132 | |||
Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections |
Candidate | Vote % | Votes | ||
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62.4% | 607,802 | ||
Chris Rey | 16.5% | 160,663 | ||
Kevin Griffin | 11.7% | 114,180 | ||
Ernest Reeves | 9.4% | 91,694 | ||
Total Votes | 974,339 | |||
Source: North Carolina State Board of Elections |
2012
Ross ran for re-election in 2012. Redistricting moved her to District 34. She ran unopposed in the May 8, 2012, Democratic primary and was unchallenged in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[47][48]
Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
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Democratic | 97.4% | 32,206 | ||
Other | Write-in | 2.6% | 869 | |
Total Votes | 33,075 |
2010
On November 2, 2010, Ross won election to the North Carolina House of Representatives. She had no primary opposition but was challenged by Madison Shook (R) in the general election which took place on November 2, 2010.[49][50]
North Carolina House of Representatives, General Election Results, District 38 (2010) | ||||
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Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
14,093 | 65.63% | |||
Madison Shook (R) | 7,382 | 34.37% |
2008
On November 4, 2008, Ross won re-election to the North Carolina House of Representatives.[51] $88,878 was raised for this campaign.[52]
North Carolina House of Representatives, District 38 | ||||
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Candidates | Votes | |||
26,754 | ||||
Susan J. Hogarth (L) | 4,764 |
Campaign themes
2024
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2022
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2020
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2024 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ WRAL, "Rep. Deborah Ross stepping down," May 1, 2013. Retrieved May 2, 2013
- ↑ News Observer, "Rep. Deborah Ross officially leaves office Saturday," May 29, 2013. Retrieved May 30, 2013
- ↑ Representative Deborah Ross, "About," accessed April 20, 2021
- ↑ Deborah K. Ross, "Meet Deborah Ross," accessed April 20, 2021
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.2670 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.185 - To terminate the requirement imposed by the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for proof of COVID-19 vaccination for foreign travelers, and for other purposes." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.2811 - Limit, Save, Grow Act of 2023," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Con.Res.9 - Denouncing the horrors of socialism." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.1 - Lower Energy Costs Act," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.J.Res.30 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to 'Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights'." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.J.Res.7 - Relating to a national emergency declared by the President on March 13, 2020." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.3746 - Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "Roll Call 20," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Res.757 - Declaring the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives to be vacant.," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "Roll Call 527," accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Res.757 - Declaring the office of Speaker of the House of Representatives to be vacant." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Res.878 - Providing for the expulsion of Representative George Santos from the United States House of Representatives." accessed February 23, 2024
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.3684 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.1319 - American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.5376 - Inflation Reduction Act of 2022," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.3617 - Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.1 - For the People Act of 2021," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.1808 - Assault Weapons Ban of 2022," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "S.1605 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.7776 - James M. Inhofe National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.6 - American Dream and Promise Act of 2021," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "S.3373 - Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.4346 - Chips and Science Act," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.3755 - Women's Health Protection Act of 2021," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.1996 - SAFE Banking Act of 2021," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.2471 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2022," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.5 - Equality Act," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.8404 - Respect for Marriage Act," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.6833 - Continuing Appropriations and Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2023," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.7688 - Consumer Fuel Price Gouging Prevention Act," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.8 - Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2021," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.5746 - Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "S.2938 - Bipartisan Safer Communities Act," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.Res.24 - Impeaching Donald John Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.," accessed April 15, 2022
- ↑ Congress.gov, "H.R.2617 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023," accessed January 20, 2023
- ↑ The Associated Press, "Burr sticks to low-key style in N. Carolina re-election bid," accessed October 13, 2016
- ↑ 42.0 42.1 National Review, "Is Richard Burr Sailing into the Perfect Storm?" accessed October 11, 2016
- ↑ McClatchy DC, "Republican ad hits NC Senate hopeful Ross for ACLU argument in rape case," accessed October 11, 2016
- ↑ The News & Observer, "Deborah Ross’ ACLU leadership looms large in US Senate race," accessed October 12, 2016
- ↑ The Washington Post, "Nervous Republicans ramp up spending in North Carolina as Senate race tightens," accessed October 11, 2016
- ↑ Gaston Gazette, "Sen. Richard Burr wins re-election over Democrat Deborah Ross," accessed November 14, 2016
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "2012 Primary Election Results," accessed June 12, 2014
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "2012 General Election Results," accessed June 12, 2014
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "2010 Primary Election Results," accessed June 12, 2014
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "Official North Carolina General Election Results- November 2, 2010," accessed June 12, 2014
- ↑ North Carolina State Board of Elections, "2008 General Election Results," accessed August 14, 2014
- ↑ Follow the Money, "2008 campaign contributions," accessed December 30, 2014
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Preceded by George E.B. Holding (R) |
U.S. House North Carolina District 2 2021-Present |
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Preceded by - |
North Carolina House of Representatives District 34 2003-2013 |
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