New Hampshire Primary Victory
Stefany Shaheen Wins Crowded Democratic Primary for New Hampshire Congressional Seat
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With 88% of the vote counted when the race was called, Shaheen led Sullivan 37.2% to 34.9%, while progressive candidate Carleigh Beriont finished third with 22%.
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The crowded Democratic field included nine candidates; Christian Urrutia dropped out shortly before voting and endorsed Shaheen, while state Rep. Heath Howard withdrew and endorsed Beriont.
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Shaheen’s campaign highlighted Medicare for All, expanded tax credits for first-time homebuyers and reform of Immigration and Customs Enforcement as policy priorities.
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Sen. Jeanne Shaheen endorsed her daughter and defended her independence, saying, “She’s working hard to earn voters’ support on her own merits,” while citing Stefany Shaheen’s work on local government, health care and water issues.
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Rep. Chris Pappas has represented the district since 2019 and won his last reelection 54% to 46% over Republican Russell Prescott; Decision Desk HQ described the seat as likely to remain Democratic in November.
Stefany Shaheen won New Hampshire's Democratic primary for the 1st Congressional District in a tight race, narrowly beating center-left rival Maura Sullivan. With 88% of votes counted, Shaheen led 37.2% to Sullivan's 34.9%, according to Business NH Magazine. The former Portsmouth city councilor and health tech entrepreneur is the daughter of Senator Jeanne Shaheen.
Shaheen will face Republican Anthony DiLorenzo, a Portsmouth businessman backed by President Trump, in November's general election. The race comes as Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas vacates the seat to run for Senate. Yahoo News reports that Shaheen follows in her mother's footsteps by winning a primary for federal office.
Shaheen Edges Out Sullivan in Crowded Primary
The Democratic field included nine candidates competing for the nomination. Progressive candidate Carleigh Beriont finished third with 22% of the vote. Christian Urrutia dropped out just before election day and endorsed Shaheen, while state Rep. Heath Howard withdrew and backed Beriont, according to Business NH Magazine.
The contest featured sharp disagreements over campaign finance, healthcare, and corporate ties. Sullivan criticized Shaheen's family name advantage, while Shaheen questioned Sullivan's donor connections. Senator Jeanne Shaheen defended her daughter's independence, saying Stefany was "working hard to earn voters' support on her own merits."
Shaheen's Platform Focuses on Healthcare and Housing
The winner's campaign emphasized Medicare for All, expanded tax credits for first-time homebuyers, and reform of Immigration and Customs Enforcement. These priorities reflect efforts to appeal to progressive voters in the crowded Democratic primary. Business NH Magazine reports that Shaheen highlighted her work on local government, health care, and water issues.
Democrats Favored to Hold Seat in November
Rep. Chris Pappas has represented the 1st District since 2019 and won his last reelection with 54% of the vote over Republican Russell Prescott. Decision Desk HQ describes the seat as likely to remain Democratic in November's general election. The matchup between Shaheen and Trump-backed DiLorenzo will determine whether the seat's lean toward Democrats holds.
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