Ex-GOP senator clears hurdle in crucial comeback bid as Republicans try to flip key Senate seat

John E. Sununu won the GOP Senate nomination in New Hampshire, positioning himself to challenge Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas for a seat Republicans hope to flip. Sununu, aiming to return to the Senate after a previous stint, secured the nomination over former Sen. Scott Brown, who questioned Sununu’s alignment with President Trump. Sununu emphasized his focus on New Hampshire’s issues, including affordability and the economy.

• John E. Sununu secured the GOP Senate nomination in New Hampshire.
• He will face Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas in the general election.
• Republicans view this seat as a key opportunity to flip in the midterm elections.
• Sununu defeated former Sen. Scott Brown for the nomination.
• Sununu aims to return to the Senate, having previously served.
• Sununu emphasized his focus on New Hampshire’s specific issues and local support.
• Brown questioned Sununu’s backing from President Trump and party leadership.