Updated June 24, 2026
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2028 Republican primary in New Hampshire
New Hampshire has traditionally held one of the first contests of the nominating season, which gives its 2028 Republican primary or caucus outsized influence. The exact 2028 date and order are not finalized yet.
New Hampshire at a glance
- Electoral votes4
- RegionNortheast
- CapitalConcord
- General-election leanLean Democratic
- Calendar positionTraditionally early
The Republican field
The candidates New Hampshire Republican voters would choose among:
JD VanceMarco RubioRon DeSantisDan GreaneyGregory BovinoBrian KempByron DonaldsDonald Trump Jr.Elise Stefanik
Full field and process on the 2028 Republican primary hub.
Quick answers
New Hampshire 2028 Republican primary FAQ
When is the 2028 Republican primary in New Hampshire?
The official 2028 date has not been set. New Hampshire has traditionally voted early in the calendar. Check back as the calendar is confirmed.
Who is running in the 2028 Republican primary?
As of June 2026 no candidate has formally declared. The most-discussed Republican contenders include JD Vance, Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis, Dan Greaney.
How many delegates does New Hampshire have?
Exact 2028 delegate counts are set by the Republican National Committee (RNC) closer to the election. As a rough guide, larger states like New Hampshire (4 electoral votes) carry more delegates than smaller ones.