Kelly Ayotte
R · New Hampshire · 2026 · IncumbentRunning for Governor, New Hampshire
Top priorities
From the campaign site
- Tackle the housing crisis and keep New Hampshire affordable
- Strengthen schools and expand education options
- Keep communities safe and protect vulnerable citizens
Biography
Kelly Ayotte is New Hampshire's incumbent governor and the Republican nominee for re-election in 2026. A former U.S. senator and state attorney general, she took office in January 2025, and her campaign emphasizes keeping New Hampshire safe, prosperous, and free, with a focus on housing, schools, and protecting vulnerable citizens.
Record in office
- Served as New Hampshire attorney general and U.S. senator before winning the governorship in 2024, where her first term has focused on public safety, housing, and budget legislation.
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