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  1. Chris Sununu swore in Gordon MacDonald as the new chief justice of the supreme court on July 31, 2026.
  2. The Chief Justice stepped down due to medical leave, with judicial issues involving the Governor's office.

Kelly Ayotte must choose a successor for the Chief Justice.

3 reports, 2 independent Updated Sep 16
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Kelly Ayotte must choose a successor for the Chief Justice.

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Kelly AyotteGordon MacDonald

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  1. Ayotte is tasked with selecting a replacement for the Chief Justice.1 source
  2. Chief Justice resignation in NH court leads to Ayotte receiving a resignation letter.1 source

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The Chief Justice stepped down due to medical leave, with judicial issues involving the Governor's office. All 1 developments

Within Chris Sununu swore in Gordon MacDonald as the new chief justice of the supreme court on July 31, 2026.

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