Derek Warriner, a Democrat, is running against Republican David Willis for North Carolina House District 68 in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. The official county election notice confirms the matchup.
Background
On his campaign website, Warriner describes himself as a healthcare executive and father. He lists Jesuit High School in Dallas and finance studies at Santa Clara University, work at Philips Healthcare in 2011–23 and Riverain Technologies since 2023.
He lists volunteer involvement with Common Heart, Meals on Wheels, Big Brothers Big Sisters and Jonathan’s Place, and service as a homeowners association president.
Policy priorities
Warriner proposes restrictions on corporate political spending for companies doing business in North Carolina. This is his proposed approach; its legal feasibility and effects are not established by the campaign’s description.
He supports competition in healthcare alongside a strong Medicaid program for vulnerable residents, investment in teachers and public schools, and reducing the diversion of education funds to private schools.
His campaign also calls for a more transparent government, action on affordability and fewer unnecessary barriers to community investment.
Biography and proposals are attributed to Warriner’s campaign; unverified job titles and detailed dates have been removed.
