Meet The First-Ever Openly Gay Man Elected To The US Senate

Article by Kumar Published on: 12:08 pm, 4 November 2026

Democrat Chris Pappas has created history by winning the New Hampshire Senate race, becoming the first openly gay man elected to the US Senate. The 46 year old defeated Republican John Sununu, securing the seat previously held by retiring Senator Jeanne Shaheen. Pappas will represent New Hampshire in the Senate.