Democrats deliver stunning flip in New Hampshire special election

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Rachel LeingangMarch 11, 2026 at 03:45 PM

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In a special election held on March 10th in New Hampshire's Carroll county district 7, Democrat Bobbi Boudman defeated Republican Dale Fincher, flipping a state house seat previously held by the GOP. Boudman's victory marks the 28th seat flipped by Democrats since Donald Trump's 2024 election, with Republicans failing to flip any seats in that same period. Boudman secured approximately 52% of the vote, overcoming a previous loss in 2024 where she trailed by over 13 points. Democratic groups are highlighting this win as evidence of growing momentum and voter rejection of Republican policies, particularly regarding economic issues. While outside Republican groups invested in the race, the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee aims to capitalize on this trend, hoping for further gains in upcoming elections. Despite this win, Republicans still maintain control of both chambers of the state legislature and the governor's office in New Hampshire.

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Heather Williams 40% Republican State Leadership Committee 40% Ken Martin 40% Glenn Cordelli ×250% Carroll County 60% Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee 60% Dale Fincher ×270% Donald Trump ×270% Democratic Party ×680% Republican Party ×780% Bobbi Boudman ×690% New Hampshire ×695%

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special election 90% bobbi boudman 90% democratic upset 80% new hampshire 70% political flip 60% midterms 60% democratic momentum 50% state legislature 50% republican district 50%

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New Hampshire

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