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Trump Endorses Sununu as NH Senate Race Tightens

9/8/2026

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Sununu Endorsed

Senator John E. Sununu (R-NH) and Senator Scott Brown (R-MA) are contesting New Hampshire’s open Senate seat.
U.S. President Donald Trump endorses Sununu, despite calling him “a loser” in 2024.
Rep. Chris Pappas (D-NH) has raised over $15 million, holding $4.3 million cash on hand.
Democratic primary includes Stefany Shaheen, daughter of incumbent Jeanne Shaheen, and Maura Sullivan.
2024 primaries recorded about 135,000 Republican and 118,000 Democratic ballots, with 4% and 8% absentee.

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Shaheen vs Sullivan

Marine veteran Maura Sullivan backs blocking specific offensive weapons sales to Israel.
Candidate Stefany Shaheen runs anti-AIPAC ads accusing Sullivan of lobby money while opposing Israel aid.
Christian Urrutia endorsed Shaheen, praising her pledge to oppose Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Former Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter endorsed Shaheen, calling her a fierce, effective and compassionate voice.
Shaheen’s anti-AIPAC strategy has not improved her poll standing, leaving her narrowly behind Sullivan.

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Sununu Endorsed

Senator John E. Sununu (R-NH) and Senator Scott Brown (R-MA) are contesting New Hampshire’s open Senate seat.
U.S. President Donald Trump endorses Sununu, despite calling him “a loser” in 2024.
Rep. Chris Pappas (D-NH) has raised over $15 million, holding $4.3 million cash on hand.
Democratic primary includes Stefany Shaheen, daughter of incumbent Jeanne Shaheen, and Maura Sullivan.
2024 primaries recorded about 135,000 Republican and 118,000 Democratic ballots, with 4% and 8% absentee.

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