Politics
House Republicans seek to dismantle state DEI offices, programs in New Hampshire
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
When doctors diagnosed her son with autism 15 years ago, Iraida Muñoz moved her family from Puerto Rico to the U.S. in hopes of accessing better healthcare.
Under proposed new law, undeclared voters could lose option to decide day-of in primary elections
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
New Hampshire voters have long valued their independent-mindedness by avoiding registering with either major political party except for the day of a primary.
What to look for in the State House this week
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
It’s budget week in the State House. As Gov. Kelly Ayotte presents her draft of the next state budget, legislative priorities will begin to unfold.
With Canadian trade and rising prices at risk, Ayotte hopes Trump’s tariffs won’t come to pass
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
State leaders said they’re concerned over President Donald Trump’s impending tariffs on Canada, warning that they would pose a risk for state construction projects and higher energy prices for New Hampshire residents.
Hundreds rally against Trump agenda at NH state house
Hundreds rallied in front of the New Hampshire State House on Wednesday as part of a national effort to protest the Trump administration and the Project 2025 agenda.
On the Trail: In NH, first-in-the-nation battle begins
By PAUL STEINHAUSER
An intra-party battle is now officially underway to protect New Hampshire’s cherished first-in-the-nation presidential primary in the Democratic Party’s 2028 nominating calendar.
What to look for in the State House this week
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
It’s another busy week in the State House, with some legislation starting to take shape – and some front-runners emerging.
On the trail: NH native Karoline Leavitt makes debut as White House press secretary – and the world is watching
By PAUL STEINHAUSER
At 27 years of age, New Hampshire’s Karoline Leavitt made international headlines this week with her first formal briefing in the White House.
On the trail: Scott Brown sends 2026 campaign signal with trip to meet GOP leaders in DC
By PAUL STEINHAUSER
Some high-profile meetings in the nation’s capital this week by former U.S. Sen. Scott Brown are fueling more speculation that the Republican from Rye will launch a 2026 run in New Hampshire for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by former governor and longtime Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen.
On the trail: NH Republicans show of force at Trump inauguration
By PAUL STEINHAUSER
Former presidents, top political leaders from across the nation and the world, tech billionaires, cryptocurrency titans, and well-known performers are planning to attend Monday’s inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.
House Republicans’ proposed 15-week abortion ban includes no exceptions for rape or incest
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
Nine Republican state representatives filed a bill this week that would make abortion illegal after 15 weeks. It includes exceptions for medical emergencies and fetal abnormalities that are “incompatible with life.”
Sununu charted his own path on climate policy. Gov. Ayotte will have opportunities to make change.
By MARA HOPLAMAZIAN
New Hampshire Gov. Kelly Ayotte took office last week. Throughout her campaign she promised she would follow in Gov. Chris Sununu’s footsteps on many policy matters, including energy and climate change.
NH legislators address national debate around immigration, mass deportations
By LAU GUZMÁN
Some New Hampshire Republican legislators are aiming to add new rules focused on immigrants and immigration enforcement, particularly for undocumented residents.
Ayotte suggests no business enterprise tax reductions planned in budget
By ETHAN DeWITT
Gov. Kelly Ayotte appears to be moving ahead with a two-year budget that does not include further cuts to New Hampshire’s business taxes, despite some Republicans’ wishes.
Senate to consider mandatory minimums on crimes related to fentanyl, reckless driving
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
Newly inaugurated Gov. Kelly Ayotte ran on a promise to stifle New Hampshire’s fentanyl and opioid crises by raising the mandatory minimum sentences. She may just get her wish.
‘They can do it elsewhere’: Advocates rally against special education cuts to local schools
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
Twelve-year-old Hunter Gebo clutched a sheet of paper and dragged his gloved index finger along the sentences, reading to a crowd of about 100 people outside the New Hampshire State House.
NH could split its electoral college votes, following in Maine’s footsteps
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
Senate conservatives are pushing a bill that would reallocate the state’s four electoral votes, splitting them up instead of allocating them completely to whichever candidate wins the popular vote.
New Hampshire’s state budget crunch has been years in the making. Now come the cuts.
By ETHAN DeWITT
The signs that New Hampshire’s business tax revenues might be faltering first emerged in late 2023. Now, they’re unmistakable.
Cell phone bans, government efficiency: Here’s what to know from Ayotte’s inaugural address
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
Kelly Ayotte has a new policy priority: Ban cell phones from New Hampshire classrooms.
With Kelly Ayotte sworn in as governor, supporters hope for action on housing and economic policy
By CHARLOTTE MATHERLY
Before he made it to Kelly Ayotte’s inauguration Thursday morning, Randall Clark had already received three phone calls from tenants in distress.
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