Ex-GOP senator clears hurdle in crucial comeback bid as Republicans try to flip key Senate seat
John E. Sununu defeated Scott Brown for the GOP Senate nomination in New Hampshire, a key race that could determine Republican majority control.
TL;DR
- 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.