New Hampshire gubernatorial race heats up as Warmington re-enters against Ayotte

Democrat Cinde Warmington launched a repeat bid for New Hampshire governor, delivering the first major challenge to GOP Gov. Kelly Ayotte in a purple, battleground state. Warmington, a former state executive councilor who previously sought the nomination in 2024, is entering an open Democratic field as Democrats hope to block Ayotte’s reelection; Ayotte has clashed with Trump on immigration policy and redistricting, and polls show a competitive but still Republican-leaning race in a state that often swings between parties.