New Hampshire House primary races set general election matchups
New Hampshire House primaries determined nominees in both districts for the general election.
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Lily Tang Williams wins Republican primary in New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District
Republican activist Lily Tang Williams won the Republican nomination for New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District in her third consecutive bid for the seat. She will face Democratic incumbent Maggie Goodlander in the general election.
Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Democratic Senate primary
Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas won New Hampshire's Democratic Senate primary on Tuesday, defeating progressive medical scientist Karishma Manzur and other candidates. With roughly 44% of votes reported, Pappas led Manzur 63% to 35%. Pappas, a four-term congressman and moderate focused on combating government corruption, raised over $15.3 million compared to about $415,000 for Manzur.
Anthony DiLorenzo wins Republican primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District
Republican businessman Anthony DiLorenzo won the Republican primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District, leading businesswoman Hollie Noveletsky 51% to 26% with about 85% of votes counted. DiLorenzo, owner of several car dealerships, had endorsements from President Trump and the National Republican Congressional Committee, and self-funded his campaign with a $1.8 million loan through August 19.
Maggie Goodlander wins Democratic primary in New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District
Democratic freshman Rep. Maggie Goodlander easily won the Democratic nomination for New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District, defeating state Rep. Paige Beauchemin. She will face Republican activist Lily Tang Williams in the general election, marking a rematch of their 2024 race.
John Sununu wins New Hampshire Republican Senate primary
Republican former Sen. John E. Sununu won New Hampshire's Republican Senate primary on Tuesday, defeating former Sen. Scott P. Brown. With roughly 32% of votes reported, Sununu led Brown 69% to 26%. Sununu had the endorsement of President Donald Trump and sought to portray himself as the stronger candidate.
Pappas and Sununu to face off in New Hampshire Senate general election
Democrat Chris Pappas and Republican John Sununu are set to compete in November's general election for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen. The race is considered highly competitive and could be critical in determining control of the Senate. Recent polling suggests the race is a toss-up, with Republicans spending over $8 million attacking Pappas.
Stefany Shaheen wins Democratic primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District
Democratic former Portsmouth City Councilor Stefany Shaheen won the Democratic primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District with nearly 90% of votes counted, leading Marine Corps veteran Maura Sullivan 37% to 35%. Shaheen, daughter of retiring Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, will face Republican businessman Anthony DiLorenzo in the general election.
John Sununu wins New Hampshire Republican Senate primary
Former U.S. Senator John Sununu won the Republican primary for New Hampshire's open Senate seat, defeating former U.S. Senator Scott Brown and six other candidates. Sununu's campaign raised $4.1 million compared to Brown's $2.2 million. President Donald Trump backed Sununu despite Sununu's 2024 endorsement of Trump rival Nikki Haley.
Stefany Shaheen and Maura Sullivan lead Democratic race for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District
Stefany Shaheen, former Portsmouth city councilor and founder of a business assisting people with chronic medical conditions, and Maura Sullivan, former Marine, Iraq War veteran, and former Assistant Secretary at the Department of Veterans Affairs, were the leading candidates among seven seeking the Democratic nomination for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District.
Cinde Warmington wins Democratic nomination for New Hampshire governor
Healthcare attorney Cinde Warmington was unopposed and won the Democratic nomination for New Hampshire governor.
Anthony DiLorenzo wins Republican primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District
Political newcomer Anthony DiLorenzo, who owns a chain of car dealerships and was endorsed by President Trump, won the Republican primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District, defeating three other candidates including veteran and nurse practitioner Hollie Noveletsky.
Sununu and Pappas advance to general election for New Hampshire Senate seat
John Sununu and Chris Pappas will face each other in the November general election to fill New Hampshire's open U.S. Senate seat left vacant by the retirement of three-term Senator Jeanne Shaheen. Both parties consider this seat key to controlling the U.S. Senate.
Kelly Ayotte wins Republican primary for New Hampshire governor
Republican Governor Kelly Ayotte defeated two opponents in the primary as she seeks a second two-year term as governor of New Hampshire.
Lily Tang Williams wins Republican primary for New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District
Lily Tang Williams won the Republican primary for New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District. She will face incumbent U.S. Representative Maggie Goodlander, a Democrat seeking a second term, in the November general election.
Chris Pappas defeats Karoline Leavitt in 2022 New Hampshire 1st Congressional District race
In the 2022 election, Chris Pappas defeated Republican Karoline Leavitt, a Trump White House press aide who later became White House press secretary, in New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District.
New Hampshire holds primary elections for statewide offices and state legislature
New Hampshire voters held primary elections to choose candidates for the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, governor, and the 424-seat state legislature. Republicans hold a roughly 40-vote majority in the 400-member state House and outnumber Democrats 16-8 in the state Senate.
New Hampshire moves future state primaries to second Tuesday in June
Legislation passed in 2025 moves future New Hampshire state primary elections to the second Tuesday in June, shifting away from the state's traditional role of holding the first presidential primary.
Scott Brown loses to Jeanne Shaheen in 2014 New Hampshire Senate race
In 2014, Scott Brown lost a Senate race against incumbent Democrat Jeanne Shaheen in New Hampshire by a narrow margin.
John Sununu defeated by Jeanne Shaheen in 2008 Senate rematch
In 2008, Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen defeated Republican John Sununu in a rematch of their 2002 Senate race, which Sununu had won.
Maggie Goodlander wins Democratic primary for New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District
U.S. Representative Maggie Goodlander, a Democrat, won the primary for New Hampshire's 2nd Congressional District, overcoming a challenge from progressive state lawmaker and nurse Paige Beauchemin. Goodlander is seeking a second term.
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New Hampshire completes 2025 primary elections across all state legislature races
New Hampshire held primary elections for state legislature and statewide offices in 2025.
New Hampshire shifts future primary elections to second Tuesday in June
New Hampshire moves future primaries to the second Tuesday in June.
Ayotte and Warmington secure gubernatorial nominations in New Hampshire
Ayotte and Warmington win gubernatorial primaries, advancing to New Hampshire's general election.
DiLorenzo and Williams win GOP House primaries in New Hampshire
GOP candidates DiLorenzo and Williams win House primaries; Goodlander wins Democratic nod for 2nd District.
Sununu and Pappas win New Hampshire Senate primaries
Sununu and Pappas advance to New Hampshire Senate general election after winning primaries.