Bo Hines Announces Second Congressional Run for North Carolina's Redrawn 6th District Following 2022 Loss

Hines' bid will be challenged by multiple GOP candidates, including former Congressman Mark Walker, in primary elections set for March 5. The district has been redrawn favoring the Republican party, aiming to flip the currently Democratic-held seat.

Bo Hines, a Republican and former North Carolina State University football player, has announced his second run for Congress, targeting the redrawn 6th District of North Carolina. Hines cites a 'crisis of leadership' under President Joe Biden as motivation for his bid.
Hines was endorsed by former President Donald Trump during his 2022 campaign, in which he lost the race to Democrat Wiley Nickel. Despite his previous loss, he has chosen to run again, this time in a district that, following recent redistricting, favors Republicans.
The 6th District race will be crowded with multiple Republican candidates challenging Hines, including former Congressman Mark Walker, as well as Christian Castelli, Mary Ann Contogiannis, and High Point Mayor Jay Wagner.
Hines' campaign documents reveal over $966,000 in outstanding loans made by himself to his campaign, with the majority relating to his 2022 bid. The filings also note hundreds of thousands of dollars owed to entities for campaign-related activities.
Despite the criticism and challenges ahead, Hines is reportedly resolute in his campaign promises, vowing to fight against 'D.C.’s reckless spending', restore America’s international standing, and put the country first each day if elected.