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Ayotte and Warmington win gubernatorial primaries, advancing to New Hampshire's general election.
Kelly Ayotte won the Republican primary for New Hampshire governor, advancing to the general election as the GOP nominee. On the Democratic side, Cinde Warmington secured the Democratic nomination, setting up a general election matchup between the two candidates.
The gubernatorial primaries complete New Hampshire's 2025 primary election cycle, following the earlier contests for Senate and House seats. Both nominees now move forward to compete for the state's top executive office in the general election.
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Republican and Democratic nominees determined in governor's race
Ayotte's primary victory gives Republicans their nominee for the governor's office, while Warmington's Democratic nomination secures the party's candidate. Both now advance to the general election phase of the campaign.
General election stage set for New Hampshire's gubernatorial contest
With both major party nominees determined, the gubernatorial race is now positioned for the general election. Ayotte and Warmington will compete directly for the governor's seat in the upcoming general election phase.