The Trail: All Things Politics

Gavin Newsom returns to New Hampshire and lays out the schedule for his decision on running for president. Plus, a feisty gubernatorial debate in the final days before the election, and the residency requirement that could affect the balance of power in New Hampshire's legislature. New Hampshire has a uniquely outsized effect on national politics. The Trail podcast from WMUR gives front-row access to presidential campaigns, congressional races, the governor's office, and major political policy debates.

New Hampshire will vote first in the 2028 presidential primary, despite DNC efforts to change the calendar. The Trail explains the law that guarantees first-in-the-nation status. Plus, big names in New Hampshire include Mike Johnson, Hakeem Jeffries, Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris; and why gubernatorial candidate Kelly Ayotte is getting national attention. New Hampshire has a uniquely outsized effect on national politics. The Trail podcast from WMUR gives front-row access to presidential campaigns, congressional races, the governor's office and major policy debates.

Rounding up all the potential presidential candidates already on the ground in New Hampshire -- plus the contenders who haven't arrived yet. How does this compare to previous cycles and what are the key factors to success?

New Hampshire's U.S. Senate race is considered one of the tightest in the country and could decide the balance of power in Washington, DC. The Trail breaks down the strengths and weakness of Democrat Chris Pappas, Republican John E. Sununu, and their parties.