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Committee recommends rejecting 'Defend the Guard' bill
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Some lawmakers are actively trying to get Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth involved in the debate over the Defend the Guard Act.
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NH lawmakers push 'Defend the Guard' bill to restrict overseas deployment
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Lawmakers in Concord are gearing up for another fight over control of the New Hampshire National Guard.
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'No Kings' protests planned in New Hampshire for Saturday
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Across 28 towns and cities in New Hampshire, thousands are expected for the nationwide “No Kings” protests Saturday.
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Get the Facts: Are Venezuelan boats targeted by US carrying drugs?
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PolitiFact's Lou Jacobson examines claims from President Donald Trump that U.S. strikes on Venezuelan boats are saving American lives.
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John Bolton indictment part of growing political pattern, Plymouth State associate professor says
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Former National Security Advisor John Bolton has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Maryland on 18 counts related to his handling of classified documents.
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Ayotte, Executive Council raise concerns about dwindling SNAP funds
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Gov. Kelly Ayotte said she's taking the situation seriously while calling on lawmakers in Washington to re-open the government.
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Ayotte says New Hampshire preparing contingency plans if SNAP funds run out
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As the federal government shutdown drags on, New Hampshire officials are drawing up contingency plans in case the state runs out of SNAP food assistance benefits.
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Pappas warns of rising health insurance premiums if ACA credits expire
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U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas, D-New Hampshire, is warning of dire consequences for health insurance markets if tax credits under the Affordable Care Act are allowed to expire.
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Community health centers say costs will skyrocket if ACA credits expire
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Health providers for low-income families are bracing for a big financial hit if the tax credits expire at the end of this year.
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Members of Congress from New Hampshire call for bipartisan negotiations to end government shutdown
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As frustrations grow in the government, members of New Hampshire's congressional delegation are calling for good-faith negotiations to find a solution to reopen the government.
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Executive councilor calls for emergency meeting to approve certain contracts
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There are new developments in the standoff between Gov. Kelly Ayotte and the five-member New Hampshire Executive Council.
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Lawmakers concerned about legality of Trump's Venezuela strikes, Shaheen says
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As President Donald Trump defends his administration's strikes off the coast of Venezuela, he said he has authorized the CIA to explore potential land strikes in the country.
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Projects stalled as governor, executive council clash over information shared on contracts
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A standoff is emerging between Gov. Kelly Ayotte and the New Hampshire Executive Council that is putting millions of dollars of projects and contracts on hold.
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Governor, Executive Council clash over reforms, information sharing
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The fight over administrative process is starting to have a real-world impact.
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New survey shows growing support for more action on the issue of affordable housing in New Hampshire
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The survey found that 78% of New Hampshire voters believe their communities need more affordable housing.
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New Saint Anselm College poll shows strong support for more affordable housing across New Hampshire
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The latest annual statewide survey of voter attitudes on affordable housing will be released on Wednesday.
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Businessman Anthony DiLorenzo enters race for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District
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Anthony DiLorenzo, a successful auto dealer and real estate developer, is taking his next step, a run for Congress.
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Maura Sullivan leads NH-01 fundraising with $600K in third quarter
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The Portsmouth Democrat announced she raised approximately $600,000 in the third quarter, bringing her campaign total to more than $1.35 million.
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Stefany Shaheen's campaign raises $350K in third quarter for NH-01 race
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Stefany Shaheen’s campaign for Congress in New Hampshire's 1st District has announced a third-quarter fundraising total of $350,000.
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Ayotte says Executive Council use of paper waste taxpayer dollars, state police time
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Gov. Kelly Ayotte is pushing to reform New Hampshire's Executive Council and move its work online.
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