New Hampshire midterm primaries decide Senate control race
By The BriefBrief
New Hampshire’s midterm primaries are underway as Democrats seek to replace retiring three-term Sen. Jeanne Shaheen. The outcome is described as one of several contests that could determine control of the U.S. Senate for the second half of President Donald Trump’s final term.
WHO:Democratic candidates in New Hampshire’s midterm primaries; Sen. Jeanne Shaheen; President Donald Trump
WHAT:New Hampshire midterm primaries are being held in the race to replace retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen.
WHEN:Reported Sep 8, 2026 at 11:50 AM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The primaries are being held to choose a successor to retiring Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, with results affecting which party controls the U.S. Senate.
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