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Democrat Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Senate race to become first out gay senator

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Democrats category. Published on November 3, 2026 • Originally reported by Shrai Popat. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Pappas focused campaign against Republican John Sununu on serving as a bulwark against Trump administration

Chris Pappas, the four-term Democratic congressman, has won New Hampshire’s US Senate race, protecting the open seat from a Republican flip in a closely fought contest against John Sununu, the former senator.

Pappas, 46, is a centrist voice in the US House who has at times broken with his party on major legislation. He focused his Senate campaign on serving as a bulwark against the Trump administration, which is unpopular in the Granite State. Pappas will be the first out gay man to serve in the US Senate.

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