Voters in New Hampshire go to the polls Tuesday to choose party nominees for a closely watched U.S. Senate contest tied to Democrats’ efforts to regain control of the upper chamber. The seat is open after Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen, 79, announces she will retire. The general election matchup is expected to be competitive because Democrats must defend the seat.
On the Democratic side, Representative Chris Pappas seeks the nomination and faces a progressive challenger, medical scientist Karishma Manzur, among others. The Guardian reports Pappas enters the final stretch with more than $4 million in cash on hand based on recent filings, while Manzur has gained momentum despite having no prior elected office experience. The Hill similarly identifies Pappas and Manzur as key contenders, while noting multiple additional Democratic challengers.
Republicans are also holding primaries to select a nominee. The Hill reports former Republican Senator John Sununu is a favorite and is competing against seven other candidates. Other coverage emphasizes the broader field and the strategic importance of the seat for both parties’ plans for November.
