Stefany Shaheen, daughter of U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, announced her candidacy for New Hampshire’s 1st Congressional District on May 28, 2025, targeting President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. in her campaign launch. In a video, Stefany highlighted her advocacy for healthcare, driven by her daughter’s Type 1 diabetes, accusing Trump of “crushing medical research,” Musk of “chasing out scientists and doctors,” and Kennedy of promoting vaccine conspiracies. She also criticized congressional Republicans for slashing Medicaid and veterans’ healthcare to fund tax breaks for billionaires. Running for the seat held by Rep. Chris Pappas, who is campaigning for her mother’s Senate seat, Stefany faces a competitive Democratic primary, notably against Maura Sullivan, a Marine veteran. Republicans, like the NRCC, labeled her a “DC elitist” tied to a “radical” Democratic agenda. Political insiders see her as a strong contender due to her family’s legacy and fundraising potential, though her political experience is limited to the Portsmouth City Council and Police Commission.
