During this segment  of The Morning Update with Jeff Chidester, Jeff is joined by Plymouth State University Political Science Professor Dr. John Lappie for an in-depth discussion on pressing national and local political dynamics.

First, Jeff and Dr. Lappie dive into the Trump administration’s decision to bar major news outlets—including Politico, CNN, and MSNBC—from White House press briefings, analyzing the legal, media, and constitutional ramifications of credential restrictions.

Later in the interview, the conversation turns to the 2026 Midterm Elections with a targeted focus on New Hampshire’s highly anticipated U.S. Senate race between John E. Sununu and Chris Pappas, evaluating key campaign issues, voter sentiment, and the strategic path to victory for both candidates.