Pappas and Sununu win New Hampshire Senate primaries, setting up competitive fall race
Democratic Representative Chris Pappas and former Republican Senator John E. Sununu won their respective party primaries in New Hampshire on Tuesday, according to projections from the Associated Press and NBC News. The matchup sets up a high-profile general election contest for a key Senate seat in the battleground state, with control of the U.S. Senate potentially at stake. The race is expected to draw significant national attention and spending from both parties.
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New Hampshire Senate Primary 2026: Pappas, Sununu, Manzur in Key Race
This Google News aggregation page compiles multiple news reports on the 2026 New Hampshire Senate primary election. The featured articles from NBC News, Politico, PBS, New Hampshire Public Radio, and CNN cover live results and key developments. The primary features candidates including Democrat Chris Pappas, Republican John Sununu, and Karishma Manzur. Politico reports that Democrats are bracing for a tough general election race, warning supporters not to take the seat for granted. CNN notes that Pappas and Sununu will face off for a key Senate seat. A New Hampshire Public Radio article captures voter sentiment at the polls, expressing disgust, distrust, and apathy toward the primary candidates. The page serves as a central hub for live results and analysis of the New Hampshire midterm primaries, highlighting the competitive nature of the Senate race and the broader political dynamics in the state.
Pappas and Sununu Win New Hampshire Senate Primaries, Setting Up Competitive Race
Democratic Representative Chris Pappas and Republican former Senator John E. Sununu won their respective party primaries in New Hampshire on Tuesday, according to the Wall Street Journal. The victories set the stage for a competitive general election campaign in the fall for the open Senate seat. New Hampshire is considered a battleground state and is traditionally the home of the nation's first presidential primary, adding to the national significance of the race. The contest between Pappas and Sununu is expected to be closely watched as both parties vie for control of the U.S. Senate.
Chris Pappas Defeats Progressive Challenger in New Hampshire Senate Primary
Representative Chris Pappas has defeated his progressive challenger in the New Hampshire Senate Democratic primary, according to results reported by multiple news outlets. The primary election, part of the 2026 midterm cycle, sets up a general election contest between Pappas and Republican John Sununu for a key Senate seat. The race is expected to be highly competitive, with Democrats bracing for a tough campaign. Other primaries in the state also took place, with results being reported live by NBC News, PBS, and CNN. The outcome reflects the ongoing ideological struggle within the Democratic Party between moderate and progressive factions, while the general election will be a critical battleground for control of the Senate.
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AP, NBC Project Pappas vs. Sununu for New Hampshire Senate Seat
According to projections by the Associated Press and NBC News, Democratic Representative Chris Pappas will face former Republican Senator John Sununu in the race for a New Hampshire Senate seat. The matchup sets up a high-profile contest between two well-known New Hampshire political figures. Pappas currently serves in the U.S. House of Representatives, while Sununu previously represented the state in the Senate. The projection indicates a competitive race for the open Senate seat, drawing national attention as both parties vie for control of the chamber. The outcome of this election could have significant implications for the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.
Pappas and Sununu Win New Hampshire Senate Primaries, Setting Up Fall Showdown
Democratic Representative Chris Pappas and former Republican Senator John E. Sununu won their respective party primaries in New Hampshire on Tuesday, setting the stage for a highly competitive general election campaign in the battleground state this November. The race is expected to be one of the most closely watched Senate contests in the country, with control of the chamber potentially at stake. Both candidates are well-known figures in New Hampshire politics, with Pappas currently serving in the U.S. House and Sununu having previously represented the state in the Senate. The fall campaign is anticipated to draw significant national attention and spending from both parties.
Sununu and Pappas win New Hampshire Senate primaries, setting up battleground race
Republican John Sununu and Democrat Chris Pappas have won their respective New Hampshire Senate primaries, setting up a highly competitive general election race. The primaries, covered by multiple news outlets including NBC News, Al Jazeera, and Politico, saw voter turnout marked by disgust, distrust, and apathy toward candidates. Democrats are bracing for a tough Senate race, with warnings not to take the contest for granted. The election is seen as a key battleground for the upcoming midterm elections, with both parties mobilizing their bases. The results highlight the polarized political climate in New Hampshire and the national significance of the Senate seat.
New Hampshire midterm primaries: live results and key races to watch
This Google News aggregation page compiles top stories about the New Hampshire midterm primaries, scheduled for September 8. The featured articles include live results from PBS, a New York Times report on Democratic concerns about losing ground, a New Hampshire Public Radio story on Trump administration poll observers being sent to Manchester and Nashua, USA Today coverage of nominees for a key Senate seat, and a Hill analysis of five primaries to watch, noting a tightening Senate race in New Hampshire and a Rhode Island governor potentially on track to lose. The collection provides a snapshot of the primary election landscape in New Hampshire, highlighting competitive races, party dynamics, and election administration issues.