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New Hampshire primary results: Key takeaways for US midterm elections
aljazeera.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Republican John E. Sununu and Democrat Chris Pappas won their New Hampshire primary elections and will compete for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Democrat Jeanne Shaheen, in a race that could impact Senate control.
- In New Hampshire's House primaries, Republicans Anthony DiLorenzo and Lily Tang Williams won the 1st and 2nd Congressional Districts respectively, while Democrat Stefany Shaheen won a tight primary in the 1st District.
- Republican Kelly Ayotte secured the gubernatorial nomination easily and will face Democrat Cinde Warmington in the general election, with Ayotte seeking a second term.
- The Senate race is critical as Republicans aim to expand their influence in New England, while Democrats seek to retain the seat to help regain Senate majority; campaign rhetoric included accusations linking candidates to unpopular national figures and policies.
- In Rhode Island, voters prepare for gubernatorial primaries with incumbent Governor Dan McKee facing challenger Helena Foulkes, who has led polls amid McKee's low approval ratings; Kamala Harris won both states in the 2024 presidential election.
