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Democrat Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire’s Senate race
NBC News • • general
Key Points:
- Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas has won New Hampshire’s Senate race, defeating Republican John Sununu and becoming the first openly gay man elected to the Senate.
- The victory ensures the seat remains in Democratic hands, succeeding Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, who is retiring after 18 years in office.
- Despite New Hampshire's swing-state status and narrow presidential margins, Democrats were favored to win the seat, with Pappas securing the nomination easily against a left-wing challenger.
- Sununu's name recognition and political family background were insufficient to overcome the negative impact of former President Donald Trump's unpopularity in the state.
