Chris Pappas Reverses Polling Trend in New Hampshire Senate Race
Summary
Democrat Chris Pappas is now leading Republican John E. Sununu in the New Hampshire Senate race, according to a recent University of New Hampshire poll. The race, opening due to Senator Jeanne Shaheen's retirement, is considered very close as the general election approaches.Key Facts
- Chris Pappas, a Democrat, leads John E. Sununu, a Republican, 50% to 42% in the latest New Hampshire Senate poll.
- Sununu was ahead in polls conducted in August, indicating a recent change in voter support.
- Senator Jeanne Shaheen is retiring, making this an open seat for November’s election.
- The Cook Political Report rates the race as a toss-up, meaning it is very competitive.
- New Hampshire has not elected a Republican senator in over 15 years.
- Polls show both candidates have low favorability ratings, with higher unfavorable ratings than favorable.
- Republicans currently have a narrow majority in the U.S. House and Senate.
- The poll surveyed 1,418 likely voters from September 17 to 21, with a margin of error of 2.6%.
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