The WFEA Morning Update

Rep. Joe Sweeney on the Shift to a Veto-Proof Democratic NH House

Posted on November 6, 2026 by Tom Novak

On this segment of the Morning Update, Jeff Chidester sits down with Rep. Joe Sweeney to discuss the significant political shift in Concord.

They break down the New Hampshire House’s shift from a Republican majority to a newly minted, veto-proof Democratic majority, what it means for the upcoming legislative session, and how state governance and policymaking will change going forward.

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