New Hampshire's 2026 House elections mark a pivotal shift in the state's political landscape.
In short: With incumbent Democrat Chris Pappas vacating his seat to pursue a Senate run, New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District faces a wide-open contest. Meanwhile, the 2nd District sees incumbent Maggie Goodlander defending her seat. These races, culminating on November 3, 2026, will determine the state's representation in the U.S. House.
The 2026 election cycle in New Hampshire is defined by significant transitions. In the 1st District, which covers southeastern regions including Greater Manchester and the Seacoast, the departure of Chris Pappas has created a vacuum. Pappas, who secured 54.0% of the vote in 2024, is shifting his focus to a U.S. Senate bid. This has drawn a crowded field of hopefuls, including figures like Stefany Shaheen, daughter of Senator Jeanne Shaheen, and former Assistant to the Secretary of Defense Maura Sullivan, alongside various state representatives and local officials.
The 2nd District, encompassing the western and northern parts of the state including Concord and Nashua, features incumbent Democrat Maggie Goodlander. Goodlander, who won her seat with 52.9% of the vote in 2024, faces her own set of challengers. The candidate pool includes state representative Paige Beauchemin and perennial candidate Lily Tang Williams, who brings experience from previous runs in both Colorado and New Hampshire.
The primary elections for these seats were held on September 8, 2026. The outcome of the general election on November 3 will coincide with broader national contests, including U.S. Senate races and various state-level elections. The diversity of candidates—ranging from former White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt to local mayors like Jay Ruais—highlights the intense competition for the two available congressional seats. As voters head to the polls, the focus remains on how these individual district dynamics will influence the overall composition of the House of Representatives.
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