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Lakesha
Womack

LaKesha Womack is the 2026 Democratic challenger for North Carolina's 14th Congressional District seat held by Republican Tim Moore.

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Background

LaKesha Womack is the Democratic nominee for U.S. House in North Carolina's 14th Congressional District in the November 3, 2026 general election, challenging Republican incumbent Tim Moore. 18

Womack grew up in Evergreen, Alabama, and attended the Alabama School of Math and Science before earning a degree in political science from Vanderbilt University. She is currently pursuing a Master of Legal Studies at Vanderbilt Law School. 1

She has spent more than 20 years advising small businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and community leaders on strategy and leadership through her firm, Womack Consulting Group. Her consulting work has included engagements with the American Baptist Home Mission Societies and Judson Press. 115 At the time of her campaign, she also serves as Chief Strategy Officer at ASPIRE Community Capital, an emerging community development financial institution. 1

WFAE reports that Womack has no prior experience in elected office. 8

At a glance

Party
Democratic
Running for
U.S. House · District 14, North Carolina
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
Chief Strategy Officer, ASPIRE Community Capital
Website
womack4nc14.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    news
    KQED publishes roughly 15-minute interview with Womack as Democratic candidate for NC-14

    KQED published a roughly 15-minute interview with Womack as the Democratic candidate for NC-14. The listing establishes the interview was available but does not document a new policy announcement.

    Cyril Jefferson, Democratic Candidate for NC's 6th ... · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Sep 30
    filing
    FEC-based profile reports Womack raised $24,888 for the 2026 cycle

    A candidate-data profile based on FEC records showed $24,888 in fundraising for Womack for the 2026 cycle as of its September 30 update. No comparison with Moore's receipts or complete spending accounting was provided.

    Lakesha Womack | MundoNow Elections Candidate Intelligence · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Sep 24
    debate
    Womack and Moore appear at Burke County candidates forum at Western Piedmont Community College

    Womack and incumbent Tim Moore both appeared at a forum at Western Piedmont Community College. Womack emphasized housing availability and preparing students for the workforce. The source does not characterize the event as a formal debate.

    Candidates Forum draws 25% of candidates on ballot · Oct 3, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 22
    news
    WFAE publishes candidate profile identifying Womack as Democratic challenger in NC-14

    WFAE published a profile of the NC-14 candidates, identifying Tim Moore as the Republican incumbent and Lakesha Womack as his Democratic challenger.

    U.S. House of Representatives NC-14 Candidates - wfae.org · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Sep 14
    debate
    Womack participates in NAACP People's Candidate Forum in Gaston County

    Womack took part in the NAACP-hosted People's Candidate Forum in Gaston County. Her campaign focus was described as economic justice, strengthening families, and expanding opportunities.

    NAACP Hosts The People's Candidate Forum in Gaston County - Wise News Network · Sep 17, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Appalachian People's Party organization
    Listed as an endorser on Womack's campaign website; no endorsement date or election scope given. womack4nc14.com
  • Charlotte Muslim Caucus organization
    Listed Womack as endorsed for NC-14 in a January newsletter posted by March 3, 2026. assets.zyrosite.com · Mar 3, 2026
  • Black Political Caucus of Charlotte-Mecklenburg organization
    Endorsed Womack for the 2026 Democratic primary; reported by WCNC on January 26, 2026. wcnc.com · Jan 26, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$25K
Spent
$26K
Cash on hand
-$376

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6NC14069(opens in a new tab)

Sources 13

  1. [1] LaKesha Womack for NC-14 | Join the Movement for Progress(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  2. [2] Congressional Priorities - LaKesha Womack for NC-14(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  3. [3] Issues & Congressional Priorities - LaKesha Womack(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  4. [4] Candidates Forum draws 25% of candidates on ballot(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  5. [5] Lakesha Womack | MundoNow Elections Candidate Intelligence(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  6. [6] Cyril Jefferson, Democratic Candidate for NC's 6th ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
  7. [7] U.S. House of Representatives NC-14 Candidates - wfae.org(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
  8. [8] NAACP Hosts The People's Candidate Forum in Gaston County - Wise News Network(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
  9. [9] [PDF] charlotte muslim caucus - Zyro(opens in a new tab) Mar 3, 2026
  10. [10] 2026 primary election: North Carolina 14th Congressional District ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 17, 2026
  11. [11] The Political Beat Candidate Guide: House of Representatives ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 12, 2026
  12. [12] Voter Guide: U.S. House District 14 candidates | Charlotte Observer(opens in a new tab) Feb 12, 2026
  13. [13] Black Political Caucus announces 2026 primary endorsements(opens in a new tab) Jan 26, 2026
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