Jamie Ager

Jamie Ager is the Democratic nominee selected to run for a North Carolina congressional seat in the upcoming November midterm election. Ager will face off against Republican candidate Jennifer Balkcom, who was chosen to replace incumbent Congressman Chuck Edwards. Edwards withdrew from the re-election bid following a U.S. House investigation into allegations of sexual harassment and fostering a hostile work environment towards two young female staffers. The House ethics committee recommended Edwards face censure for his conduct, which included giving gifts and lavishing attention on the staffers. Ager's current relevance stems from his position as the Democratic challenger in a race that has seen a significant shift due to the incumbent's withdrawal and the subsequent appointment of a new Republican candidate.