# Fatmi Appointed to North Carolina Senate: A Swing Seat's New Representative

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Podcast: [Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/durham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569659)
Published: 2026-05-15T08:52:00+00:00
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## Resource

Governor Josh Stein appoints Wake Forest Commissioner Haseeb Fatmi to fill the vacant seat in North Carolinas Senate District eighteen, covering parts of Wake and Granville Counties. Fatmi takes over after former State Senator Terence Everitts departure to lead the North Carolina Voter Protection Alliance. Everitt left due to Republican majorities push against voting rights and access to the ballot. Senate Democratic Leader Sydney Batch praises the appointment, emphasizing its importance for Wake County families and the districts swing status in crucial upcoming battles over local rights and priorities. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/db3267e94e0bb9b0

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