Ayotte wins second term as New Hampshire governor as Democrats gain across the state
Republican incumbent beat Democrat Cinde Warmington after a late count, a rare bright spot for her party on a night of Democratic gains
Gov. Kelly Ayotte has won a second term as New Hampshire's governor, defeating Democrat Cinde Warmington after a race that stretched deep into election night. The Associated Press called the contest early Wednesday morning with Ayotte leading 51% to 47% and 84% of votes counted.