GOP-led states are barreling ahead in a push to require voters to show documents proving of their citizenship when registering, as efforts by President Donald Trump and his congressional allies to enact the mandate nationwide show little likelihood of success.

Stefany Shaheen, a former Portsmouth official, and state Sen. Debra Altschiller are considering 2026 bids for NH's First District seat in U.S. House

The 2026 elections are already in full swing as fundraising reports offer an early snapshot of the political landscape.