# New Hampshire primary election results > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-hampshire-primary-elections > Updated: 2026-09-09T02:00:02.000Z. Sources: 40. Developments: 3. Following the September 8, 2026, primary elections, New Hampshire voters have selected nominees for several key offices. The race to replace retiring Democratic U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen has resulted in a general election matchup between Democrat Chris Pappas and Republican John E. Sununu. In the Democratic primary, U.S. Representative Chris Pappas secured the nomination by defeating progressive challenger Karishma Manzur, receiving approximately 65% of the vote. Manzur, a democratic socialist, criticized Pappas regarding his relationship with AIPAC. On the Republican side, former Senator John E. Sununu—who held the endorsement of Donald Trump—won the nomination after defeating fellow former Senator Scott Brown. Recent polling indicates Sununu holds a narrow lead in this contest, which is viewed as a “critical battleground for control of the Senate” in the upcoming midterm elections. Other significant results include Stefany Shaheen winning the Democratic primary for the 1st Congressional District to succeed Pappas. In the race for the state’s 2nd Congressional District, Maggie Goodlander won the Democratic primary. Additionally, Republican Governor Kelly Ayotte won her primary to seek a second term, setting up a November contest against Democrat Cinde Warmington. ## Claims - Donald Trump is endorsing John Sununu over Scott Brown in the Republican primary. (disputed by 6 sources) - Senator Jeanne Shaheen is retiring and will not seek reelection. (corroborated by 12 sources) - The New Hampshire Senate primary will determine the nominees to replace Jeanne Shaheen. (corroborated by 11 sources) - U.S. Representative Chris Pappas is running for the Democratic nomination for the Senate seat. (corroborated by 11 sources) - Karishma Manzur is challenging Chris Pappas for the Democratic nomination. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The primary winners will compete in the general election on November 3. (corroborated by 5 sources) - Primary elections are being held in New Hampshire and Rhode Island on September 8. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Chris Pappas and John E. Sununu will face each other in the New Hampshire Senate general election. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Kelly Ayotte won the Republican primary for Governor of New Hampshire. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Eight Republicans are competing in the New Hampshire primary for the Senate seat. (corroborated by 2 sources) - John E. Sununu won the Republican primary with approximately 70 percent of the vote. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Anthony DiLorenzo won the Republican primary for New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: New Hampshire Senate primaries: Pappas and Sununu advance Republican John E. Sununu and Democrat Chris Pappas won their primaries in New Hampshire, setting up a high-stakes U.S. Senate race to replace retiring Senator Jeanne Shaheen. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chris-pappas-and-john-sununu-win-new-hampshire-senate-primaries ### 2026-09-07: New Hampshire primaries: Pappas and Sununu win Senate nominations In New Hampshire primaries, Democrat Chris Pappas and Republican John E. Sununu won their respective nominations for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Senator Jeanne Shaheen. 26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-hampshire-voters-head-to-polls-for-key-primary-races ### 2026-09-03: New Hampshire election security and Senate candidacy New Hampshire prepares for September 8 elections with officials emphasizing paper ballot security and local control, while Scott Brown campaigns for the U.S. Senate. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-hampshire-election-security-and-senate-candidacy --- Cite as: New Hampshire primary election results. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/new-hampshire-primary-elections