Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Democratic Senate primary
Congressman Chris Pappas defeated progressive challenger Karishma Manzur in New Hampshire’s Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate. Pappas will advance to the general election for the seat held by retiring Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen, who has represented the state as a three-term incumbent.
Congressman Chris Pappas defeated progressive challenger Karishma Manzur in Tuesday’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in New Hampshire.
The contest was held to select a nominee for the seat held by Jeanne Shaheen, the state’s three-term Democratic senator, who announced her retirement.
Pappas will advance to the general election. The race is expected to be closely watched as Democrats seek to flip the Senate.
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