Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire 2026 Senate election

What the coverage says

Democratic Representative Chris Pappas has won election to the United States Senate in New Hampshire, defeating former Republican Senator John Sununu according to projections by CBS News and reports across the coverage. The victory keeps the seat in Democratic control as Jeanne Shaheen's successor, with Fox News noting the race was a critical hold for the party's Senate majority after earlier polling showed competitive margins in the state according to the New York Times. Following the projected win, ABC News showed the candidate addressing supporters, while the New York Times reported that he will become the upper chamber's first openly gay male senator.

Written by HeadlineShine from 4 outlets' reporting, with AI assistance. Each outlet's own story is listed alongside.