Nida Allam Requests Recount in NC-04 Primary

0:00This is Cory, and here's what is making news across Durham right now. Nita Alam, the Democratic challenger in North Carolina's fourth congressional district primary, announced late Tuesday night that she will request A, recount, incumbent representative Valerie Fushi holds a slim lead of less than 1 percent in the vote tally. Alam addressed the group of supporters at an event in Durham, expressing confidence that their grassroots efforts would prevail over big spending by corporate donors. The gathering, co-sponsored by the Durham-based People's Alliance, kicked off at 7.30 p.m. after polls closed, campaign volunteers, community members, and endorsers mingled as results rolled in from the New York Times projections. Earlier announcements celebrated wins by other endorsed candidates, like Roy Cooper in the U.S. Senate primary. Supporters stayed optimistic despite the tight race stinging the crowd. One backer called the energy good, and praised Alam as the fighter district for needs.

1:00Another from a Muslim advocacy group noted the close margin reflects strong community push, Valin continued support no matter the outcome. Alam took the stage near the end to thank campaign teams, voters, people's alliance, and groups like C.A.I.R. action. She highlighted how everyday workers outworked opponents and urged hanging on a bit longer. With the recout request filed, the race remains in play as officials review the narrow gap. Alam made clear her work for the district as far from over. This DNN story is thanks to our sponsor details in the description. Head in, sound on, lights out, that is the routine. S-O-L-L-I, solelypillow.com.