Scott Brown Launches 2026 Senate Bid to Flip New Hampshire Seat with Trump Support

In a bold move to reshape the political landscape of New Hampshire, former U.S. Ambassador and Senator Scott Brown has thrown his hat into the ring for the 2026 Senate race, aiming to flip a key battleground seat from blue to red. With a storied career that spans serving as a senator from Massachusetts and as ambassador to New Zealand under President Donald Trump, Brown is positioning himself as a defender of the American dream and the unique 'New Hampshire advantage.'

In his campaign launch video, Brown expressed deep concern for the future, stating, 'I worry about what America will look like for my four grandchildren — and all of yours.' He didn’t hold back in criticizing the current Democratic leadership, particularly targeting Rep. Chris Pappas and the Biden administration for policies he claims have led to soaring inflation, open borders, and rising crime. Brown argues that Pappas has been a steadfast supporter of these policies, saying, 'It’s time for a change.'

Pappas, who appears to be the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination, fired back swiftly, accusing Brown of prioritizing Wall Street interests and blindly supporting Trump’s agenda over the needs of New Hampshire residents. Meanwhile, the state Democratic Party painted Brown as a Trump loyalist pushing a 'reckless agenda,' predicting that voters will reject him as they did in his 2014 Senate bid against Jeanne Shaheen.

Brown, undeterred, has been actively courting GOP support, making trips to Washington to meet with key Republican leaders and expressing his admiration for Trump’s recent military decisions, including the strike on Iran’s nuclear sites, which he called 'brilliant.' He remains confident in his ties to Trump, having voted for him in three consecutive elections and openly seeking his endorsement.

New Hampshire, a swing state with a fully Democratic congressional delegation despite Republican control at the state level, is a prime target for the GOP as they seek to expand their Senate majority. Brown’s early entry into the race, giving himself ample time to campaign across the Granite State, shows a strategic shift from his last-minute 2014 run. He’s already been engaging with local groups, determined to connect with voters on a deeper level.

While Brown is the first major Republican to declare, the primary field may soon crowd with contenders like businessman Phil Taub and state Sen. Dan Innis. Regardless, Brown’s return to the political arena signals a fierce battle ahead in a state that could tip the balance of power in the Senate.