In the final debate between Republican Kelly Ayotte and Democrat Joyce Craig in the race for New Hampshire’s governor, Ayotte’s unwavering support for former President Donald Trump became a point of contention. Ayotte, a former senator, had withdrawn her support for Trump in 2016 after his crude comments about women but has since stood by him. Craig criticized Ayotte for supporting a “convicted criminal” and questioned where she draws the line with Trump.
Ayotte defended her support for Trump, citing her bipartisan record and commitment to New Hampshire. She also criticized Craig for aligning with Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey and accused her of prioritizing her party over the state’s interests. Craig, a fourth-generation resident, emphasized her dedication to New Hampshire families and the importance of collaborating with other governors on regional issues.
The debate became heated as the candidates clashed over their loyalty to their parties and their ability to stand up for New Hampshire. Ayotte portrayed herself as willing to cross party lines for the state’s benefit, while Craig accused her of blindly supporting a unfit president. The race for governor is significant as it will determine the successor to Gov. Chris Sununu, who is not seeking reelection. Both Ayotte and Craig are vying to become the third woman elected governor of New Hampshire.
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