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Trump backs John Sununu in New Hampshire Senate race

Trump announced his endorsement of Sununu in the New Hampshire Republican Senate primary.

Trump backs John Sununu in New Hampshire Senate race
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President Trump endorsed former Sen. John Sununu in New Hampshire’s 2026 Republican Senate primary, a move described as a blow to opponent Scott Brown. Polling cited in the article showed Sununu ahead of Brown in the primary, while both trailed Rep. Chris Pappas in a general-election matchup.

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Trump Endorses John Sununu for New Hampshire Senate Bid

Outlets agree that Trump endorsed John Sununu in New Hampshire’s Republican Senate primary. Center outlets describe the endorsement as a possible boost for Sununu and place it in the broader primary and general-election context. Right-leaning outlets likewise center Trump’s endorsement, while adding activist criticism or his possible Texas endorsement.

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