North Carolina Democrat Shelly Headen, whose past social media posts sparked outrage for suggesting Trump supporters “belong in concentration camps,” is leading her Republican opponent by a razor-thin margin in a closely watched state House race. With provisional ballots still being counted, Headen holds a 233-vote advantage over incumbent Rep. John Blust in Guilford County’s District 62.
Controversial Posts Surface
Headen drew widespread condemnation earlier this year after a Facebook post from her visit to the Dachau concentration camp in Germany resurfaced. The since-deleted post, which included a photo of her smiling near crematorium ovens, carried the caption: “Visiting Dauchau [sic] Concentration Camp in Germany… This is where Trump supporters belong.”
Additional inflammatory remarks attributed to Headen included calling for a terrorist attack on U.S. soil, which she described as the country’s “only hope,” specifically targeting Southern states where “the stupid people live.”
Defiant Response to Backlash
When confronted about the posts, Headen compared herself to historical figures including Jesus Christ, Martin Luther King Jr., and Abraham Lincoln, telling the Assembly she had “sacrificed myself just like Jesus sacrificed himself on the cross.”
Despite the controversy, Headen maintained support from Democratic leadership and donors. Records show she contributed to campaigns including that of incoming Sen. Roy Cooper and gubernatorial candidate Josh Stein, who is Jewish.
Uncertain Future
Headen previously told the conservative Rhino Times she would decline the office if elected, allowing local Democrats to appoint a replacement. With her narrow lead holding, questions remain about whether she will follow through on that pledge.
The race’s outcome could be decided by provisional ballots that election officials continue to process. A recount appears likely given the tight margin.
Source: www.breitbart.com — https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2026/11/08/nc-democrat-who-said-trump-supporters-belong-in-concentration-camps-on-track-to-win-nc-house-seat/