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Republicans return to Concord in firm control — and facing steep budget challenges
01-08-2025 10:46 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

When Gov.-elect Kelly Ayotte is sworn into office Thursday, she and her fellow Republicans who gained ground in Concord on Election Day will have the power to implement many of the policies they ran on — from housing, to immigration, to taxes.But the...

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Gov. Ayotte announces state hiring freeze, citing budget deficit
01-23-2025 12:20 PM

By JOSH ROGERS

Gov. Kelly Ayotte has announced a state hiring freeze.


Ayotte turns to familiar names to lead her new government efficiency commission
01-13-2025 10:50 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

Hours after being sworn into office Thursday, Gov. Kelly Ayotte issued her first Executive Order, creating a new 15-member Commission on Government Efficiency.


A law enforcement resume helped Kelly Ayotte rise. It may also shape how she leads.
11-25-2024 12:19 PM

By JOSH ROGERS

Gov.-elect Kelly Ayotte sometimes describes the time she spent leading the New Hampshire Department of Justice as serving as “the people’s lawyer.” But from the moment she launched her run for governor this year, Ayotte tended to highlight one...


Split decisions: NH election outcomes could hinge on voters who cross party lines
10-30-2024 11:00 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

Polling shows the presidential election at a near dead heat. In New Hampshire, that jump ball scenario also applies to the governor’s race, which means the outcomes in both contests could hinge on voters who choose to go with one party for president,...


In race for Congress, Williams and Goodlander campaign for — and against — Washington
10-08-2024 10:42 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

Lily Tang Williams was multitasking when she campaigned at a New Hampshire Federation of Republican Women reception at Fulchino Vineyards in Hollis recently.As the event kicked off, the congressional candidate snapped photos for her social media feed....


Housing is big in NH governor race — and Ayotte and Craig both have skin in the game
09-27-2024 11:19 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

With the cost of buying or renting a home in New Hampshire more expensive than ever, affordable housing is a top issue in state political races this year. Nowhere is that more the case than in the race for governor, where Democrat Joyce Craig and...


How Biden’s shaky debate is sitting with NH Democrats
07-08-2024 11:30 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

July Fourth is a time when Americans think about their country – its past and future. This Independence Day, plenty of New Hampshire Democrats were also thinking about President Joe Biden and his future leading the country, following his shaky...


Former NH state rep expected to plead guilty to wrongful voting
06-13-2024 11:23 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

A former state lawmaker who resigned after his residency came under scrutiny is expected to plead guilty to wrongful voting charges.Under a plea agreement filed in Coos County Superior Court, former state Rep. Troy E. Merner, a Republican, will plead...


In race for NH governor, Morse and Ayotte aim to repackage familiar political records
05-21-2024 10:33 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

The Republican primary for New Hampshire governor features two candidates who have been in state politics for years: former Senate President Chuck Morse and former U.S. Sen. Kelly Ayotte. Both have deep roots in the party’s establishment wing, but...


Sununu says he’ll support Trump even if he’s convicted
04-16-2024 8:13 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

As jury selection begins this week in the hush-money trial of former President Donald Trump, New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu says he doesn’t believe many voters view Trump’s criminal indictments, his actions on Jan. 6, 2021, or his election denialism...


Reports show Claremont lawmaker made violent threats following 2006 police probe
04-10-2024 11:30 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

Newly released investigatory documents show Republican state Rep. Jonathan Stone lost his job as a police officer in 2006 after he made multiple threats of violence against police department colleagues.Stone’s comments — which included claims he would...


NH lawmakers are reviewing a new GOP school funding plan
03-27-2024 11:31 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

A top Republican budget writer in the New Hampshire House has proposed boosting state aid to public schools by $400 million a year and requiring any future education spending increase made at the local level to be approved by a supermajority...


Sununu seeks to send NH National Guard troops to Texas
02-14-2024 11:19 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

Gov. Chris Sununu wants to send soldiers from the New Hampshire National Guard to Eagle Pass, Texas, to aid with immigration enforcement efforts at the nation’s southern border.The move comes amid ongoing tension between Texas and the federal...


Rep. Laurie Sanborn’s future remains unclear as 2024 House session enters second week
01-10-2024 2:39 PM

By JOSH ROGERS

The political fall out for Rep. Laurie Sanborn, one of the top ranking lawmakers in the New Hampshire House, remains uncertain — nearly two weeks since the state suspended the casino license held by her husband, former state Sen. Andy Sanborn.Rep....


Foreign policy takes on growing importance
12-20-2023 5:57 PM

By JOSH ROGERS

Russia and Ukraine have been waging war for nearly two years, and Israel and Hamas have been fighting since October with no end in sight. The conflicts are making foreign policy a topic of growing interest for Granite State voters in the final weeks...


What Sununu’s support could mean for Haley’s 2024 primary campaign — and his own future
12-14-2023 5:09 PM

By JOSH ROGERS

Gov. Chis Sununu endorsed Nikki Haley for president Tuesday night during a joint appearance at Manchester’s McIntyre Ski Area. Sununu’s announcement ends a public discernment process that started in June, when the governor abandoned his own potential...


Ayotte and Craig lead cash race in 2024 NH governor contest
12-07-2023 5:45 PM

By JOSH ROGERS

The candidates vying to become New Hampshire’s next governor are already raising — and in some cases spending — big money.Next year’s election is the first since 2016 in which there will be an open seat for in the governor’s office. Campaign finance...


NH senators differ on a pause in fighting in Gaza
11-09-2023 11:58 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

New Hampshire’s two U.S. senators are parting ways when it comes to calling for a cease-fire in Gaza.Sen. Jeanne Shaheen was among 13 Democratic senators to sign onto a statement last week calling for a “short-term cessation” of fighting in Gaza.The...


Sununu nominates Bettencourt as NH insurance commissioner
08-03-2023 1:40 PM

By JOSH ROGERS

Gov. Chris Sununu has nominated a former top aide, D.J. Bettencourt, to lead the New Hampshire Insurance Department.Bettencourt, who lives in Salem, has served as deputy commissioner since 2020. If confirmed, he would succeed Christopher Nicolopoulos,...


UNH poll finds support for NH primary and confidence about vote counting
07-23-2023 11:46 AM

By JOSH ROGERS

A new poll from the University of New Hampshire finds most voters here support the state’s position hosting the first presidential primary in the nation, and are highly confident their votes in the 2024 elections will be counted accurately.The poll...

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