Democrat Chris Pappas leads rivals in fundraising for New Hampshire Senate race

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:13:00 +0200

Democratic Representative Chris Pappas has built a significant financial lead in the 2026 New Hampshire Senate race as he seeks to replace retiring Senator Jeanne Shaheen. Pappas’s campaign raised about 3.3 million dollars in the first quarter of 2026, bringing his total cash on hand to more than 4.2 million dollars, far surpassing what his Republican opponents have in the bank so far. His fundraising strength reflects broad support from donors and helps position him as a well‑funded front‑runner in a closely watched swing‑state contest. Meanwhile, Republican groups are also investing heavily in the race, with a major Senate‑focused PAC committing 17 million dollars to support former Senator John Sununu and oppose Pappas. The race is expected to become one of the most expensive and competitive Senate battles of the 2026 cycle, given New Hampshire’s pivotal role in national politics and the tight polls between the leading candidates.