Wake County Sheriff
Unofficial result: Won — Willie Rowe (Democratic)
Source: er.ncsbe.gov
Wake County, North Carolina
My vote power: Above average
What does this office do?
- Running police patrols and deputies in the county
- Running the county jail
- Carrying out evictions, warrants, and other court orders
Affects: Immigration, Public Safety and Crime Control, Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties,
Candidates:
Kenny Blackwell
LostRepublican
Kenny Blackwell is the Republican candidate for Wake County Sheriff in 2026.
Willie Rowe
WonDemocratic · Incumbent
Willie Rowe is the Wake County Sheriff and the Democratic nominee for reelection in 2026.
Records: Immigration 1 for, Public Safety and Crime Control 1 for
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