Former Trump Ambassador Scott Brown Launches Bid to Flip Key Senate Seat
Former Republican Senator Scott Brown has made a significant fundraising effort as he prepares for a potential Senate primary battle in New Hampshire. Brown, a former senator from neighboring Massachusetts and the 2014 GOP Senate nominee in New Hampshire who later served as U.S. ambassador to New Zealand in President Donald Trump’s first administration, has raised over $1.2 million in his first full quarter as a candidate, according to figures shared with Fox News Digital.
This fundraising is crucial as Brown aims to secure the Republican nomination to flip the Democratic-held seat in New Hampshire, one of the GOP’s top targets for the 2026 Senate race. Brown has faced competition from former Senator John E. Sununu, who is expected to enter the race soon. Sununu, a political figure in New Hampshire with a family legacy in state politics, has also expressed confidence in his ability to win the nomination.
The primary race between Brown and Sununu is anticipated to be intense, given their differing political strategies and past affiliations, particularly regarding their support for Trump. This race is a critical battleground as the GOP seeks to solidify its position in the Senate. With the significant fundraising, Brown has pledged to campaign with relentless hard work and a focus on retail politics that aligns with Granite State voters’ expectations.
Brown has made it clear that he will not withdraw from the race, despite Sununu’s potential entry. The race is seen as a key opportunity for the GOP to challenge Democratic control in New Hampshire, adding to the broader national political stakes for the 2026 Senate elections. As the race unfolds, the fundraising efforts and strategic positioning of both candidates will play a pivotal role in determining the outcome. The GOP’s ability to secure key Senate seats like this one in New Hampshire could significantly impact the balance of power in the Senate, making this race a focal point of the upcoming political landscape.