New Hampshire and Rhode Island are hosting two of the final key primary elections of the 2026 cycle, with Rhode Island’s governor’s race expected to deliver a surprising result and New Hampshire’s open Senate seat drawing fierce competition. The contest for retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s Democratic-held seat pits Rep. Chris Pappas against scientist Karishma Manzur in a closely watched battle. Both races highlight shifting dynamics in the Democratic primary as candidates vie for influence ahead of the general election. The outcomes could reshape the political landscape in two traditionally competitive states.
New Hampshire and Rhode Island will serve up some of the last major primary contests of the 2026 election cycle, showcasing a likely upset in the Rhode Island governor’s race and bitter battles in the contest for retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s (D-N.H.) seat. Rep. Chris Pappas (D-N.H.) and scientist Karishma Manzur will face off for the...
