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Hassan to Resign as Governor Jan. 3, Ahead of U.S. Senate Swearing In

Allegra Boverman for NHPR

Governor Maggie Hassan says she'll resign on January 3rd, in advance of being sworn in as New Hampshire's next U.S. Senator.

Hassan says she's following precedent set by former Governor Judd Gregg.

In a statement released this morning, Hassan says the decision was not made lightly, but says "it's the best course to protect New Hampshire's interests in the United States Senate."

The Democrat narrowly won her election to the U.S. Senate in November, defeating Republican Kelly Ayotte.

Hassan says she's informed the legislature and Governor-elect Chris Sununu of her decision.

Senate President Chuck Morse will serve as acting governor until Sununu's inauguration on January 5th.

Michael serves as NHPR's Program Director. Michael came to NHPR in 2012, working as the station's newscast producer/reporter. In 2015, he took on the role of Morning Edition producer. Michael worked for eight years at The Telegraph of Nashua, covering education and working as the metro editor.
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