Anthony
DiLorenzo
Republican businessman and Key Auto Group founder Anthony DiLorenzo is the 2026 GOP nominee for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District.
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Background
Anthony DiLorenzo is the 2026 Republican nominee for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District, running in the November 3 general election against Democrat Stefany Shaheen. He is a first-time candidate with no prior elected office; WMUR and The Dartmouth both describe this as his first run for public office. 146
DiLorenzo is the founder of Key Auto Group, which his campaign says he built from a $7,000 investment in 1989 into a network of more than 20 dealerships and 11 collision centers in New Hampshire. He attended the University of New Hampshire after moving to the state in 1983 but did not graduate, later saying, "I went to the University of New Hampshire, dropped out and started my own business with $7,000." 412
He has emphasized working-class roots on the campaign trail, describing early jobs delivering newspapers and working as a dishwasher, line cook, and waiter before building his auto business. He has pitched an outsider, business-focused approach, with energy policy as a central issue. 4812
DiLorenzo won the Republican primary and received an endorsement from former President Donald Trump ahead of the primary election. The FEC lists the seat as open. 279
At a glance
- Party
- Republican
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 1, New Hampshire
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Current office
- Founder, Key Auto Group; Republican nominee for U.S. House, New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District
- Website
- dilorenzoforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Oct 7debateDebate coverage highlights DiLorenzo-Shaheen clash over health care
Coverage of the Oct. 6 forum described a prominent disagreement on health care: Shaheen backed Medicare for All, while DiLorenzo argued for more market competition and said her plan would cost about $30 trillion.
'Competition Doesn't Work:' Shaheen Doubles Down On Medicare For All In NH01 Debate · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 6debateDiLorenzo and Shaheen hold their first general-election debate in Meredith
DiLorenzo and Shaheen participated in a forum hosted by NHPR, the Granite State News Collaborative, and The Laconia Daily Sun. DiLorenzo blamed federal fiscal mismanagement for cost-of-living issues, proposed a homebuyer assistance initiative, advocated for a natural-gas pipeline and nuclear power, and called for immigration reform balancing enforcement with business workforce needs.
NH cost-of-living concerns, proposals at center of 1st ... · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 24pollPoll shows Shaheen leading DiLorenzo 46% to 42% — within margin of error
A poll of 1,542 New Hampshire residents conducted Sept. 17–21 found Democrat Stefany Shaheen leading DiLorenzo 46% to 42%, with 11% undecided. The margin of error was ±2.5 percentage points, making the race statistically tied.
New Pappas vs. Sununu, Shaheen vs. DiLorenzo poll shows close ... · Sep 24, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 20newsDiLorenzo speaks at WMUR town hall on immigration and federal spending
At a WMUR candidate town hall, DiLorenzo argued immigration processing takes too long for businesses seeking workers and criticized federal borrowing, saying government should stop spending more than it collects.
Republican Anthony DiLorenzo speaks at WMUR town hall - WMUR · Sep 20, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 14filingFEC filings show DiLorenzo raised ~$2.5M with $1.75M in candidate-loan debt
A summary of FEC reports through Aug. 19 showed DiLorenzo with approximately $2.5 million in receipts, $2.3 million spent, $189,086 cash on hand, and $1.75 million in candidate-loan debt.
THE NH POLITICAL REPORT - New Hampshire Political Report · Sep 14, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 8newsDiLorenzo wins Republican primary with 51.7% of the vote
DiLorenzo secured the Republican nomination for NH-01 with 51.7% of the vote (per results with 99% counted), defeating Hollie Noveletsky, Brian Cole, and other candidates. Democrat Stefany Shaheen also won her primary, setting up a Nov. 3 general election matchup.
DiLorenzo, Shaheen face off in NH 1st District race for US House · Sep 20, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Jul 1endorsementPresident Trump endorses DiLorenzo for NH-01
President Donald Trump endorsed Anthony DiLorenzo for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District. The exact date was not established by the sources, but the endorsement was discussed in later coverage as part of the primary campaign.
As Democrats eye big midterm wins, Republicans look to ... · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Mar 1filingDiLorenzo loans his campaign an additional $350,000 in March 2026
DiLorenzo made a second large campaign loan of $350,000 in March 2026, contributing to $1.75 million in total candidate-loan debt. His campaign stated he periodically borrows from trusts set up to protect his businesses, family, and charitable causes.
Democrats raise questions about DiLorenzo’s wealth — and lack of disclosures · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Dec 1, 2025filingDiLorenzo loans his campaign $450,000 in December 2025
As part of a total of $1.75 million in candidate loans, DiLorenzo lent his campaign $450,000 in December 2025. Democrats later raised questions about how he secured these funds while also borrowing from Portsmouth Chevrolet, a dealership he founded.
Democrats raise questions about DiLorenzo’s wealth — and lack of disclosures · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Endorsements
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce organizationAnnounced endorsement on August 24, 2026. uschamber.com · Aug 24, 2026
- Russell Prescott, 2024 Republican nominee for the district, and State Sen. Howard Pearl officialReported as supporters by Seacoastonline. seacoastonline.com · Aug 9, 2026
- Melissa Bailey, former Republican primary opponent officialBailey suspended her campaign and endorsed DiLorenzo. nhpr.org · Jul 17, 2026
- Mike Johnson (House Speaker), Steve Scalise (House Majority Leader), and other congressional Republicans officialJoint endorsement reported by Seacoastonline. seacoastonline.com · Jul 13, 2026
- Donald Trump, U.S. President officialTrump wrote, "Anthony DiLorenzo has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be the next Representative from New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District." seacoastonline.com · Jul 13, 2026
- Turning Point Action organizationEndorsement reported by WMUR and listed on Turning Point Action's 2026 endorsements page. tpaction.com · May 13, 2026
- Jim Jordan, U.S. Representative from Ohio officialDescribed by the campaign as DiLorenzo's first national endorsement. dilorenzoforcongress.com · Apr 20, 2026
- Stephen Stepanek, former New Hampshire Republican Party chair and former state representative officialEndorsement announced separately by the campaign. dilorenzoforcongress.com · Mar 11, 2026
- NH State Sen. Daryl Abbas, State Sen. Tim Lang, State Rep. Tanya Donnelly, Laconia Mayor Mike Bordes, former state reps Dawn Johnson and Melissa Blasek, and former NH GOP chairs Chris Ager and Stephen Stepanek officialNamed in the campaign's initial endorsement announcement. dilorenzoforcongress.com · Feb 17, 2026
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
- Raised
- $2.51M
- Spent
- $2.31M
- Cash on hand
- $198K
As of Aug 19, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6NH01420(opens in a new tab)
Sources 25
- [1] 'Competition Doesn't Work:' Shaheen Doubles Down On Medicare For All In NH01 Debate(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
- [2] As Democrats eye big midterm wins, Republicans look to ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
- [3] Anthony DiLorenzo running in the 2026 General US House election | Citizens Count(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
- [4] NH cost-of-living concerns, proposals at center of 1st ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
- [5] Anthony DiLorenzo - profile overview(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [6] Democrats raise questions about DiLorenzo’s wealth — and lack of disclosures(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
- [7] New Pappas vs. Sununu, Shaheen vs. DiLorenzo poll shows close ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 24, 2026
- [8] Congressional Candidate Anthony DiLorenzo 9-16-26 - New ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
- [9] DiLorenzo says federal debt is 'a significant problem'(opens in a new tab) Sep 20, 2026
- [10] DiLorenzo, Shaheen face off in NH 1st District race for US House(opens in a new tab) Sep 20, 2026
- [11] Republican Anthony DiLorenzo speaks at WMUR town hall - WMUR(opens in a new tab) Sep 20, 2026
- [12] DiLorenzo answers questions on heating costs, business ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 17, 2026
- [13] THE NH POLITICAL REPORT - New Hampshire Political Report(opens in a new tab) Sep 14, 2026
- [14] Brawl of the Business Owners at GOP CD1 Primary Debate on ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 2, 2026
- [15] U.S. Chamber Endorses Candidate Anthony DiLorenzo for ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 24, 2026
- [16] Campaign 2026 U.S. House Candidate Anthony DiLorenzo (R-NH ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 12, 2026
- [17] How will Trump's endorsement affect New Hampshire CD1 Republican race?(opens in a new tab) Aug 9, 2026
- [18] Bailey quits race for NH’s 1st District, endorses DiLorenzo(opens in a new tab) Jul 17, 2026
- [19] Trump endorses Anthony DiLorenzo of Portsmouth in NH US congressional race(opens in a new tab) Jul 13, 2026
- [20] Republican congressional candidate Anthony DiLorenzo ...(opens in a new tab) May 8, 2026
- [21] Anthony DiLorenzo Secures First National Endorsement(opens in a new tab) Apr 20, 2026
- [22] Steve Stepanek Endorses Anthony DiLorenzo(opens in a new tab) Mar 11, 2026
- [23] Anthony DiLorenzo for Congress in NH-01 Rolls Out Initial ...(opens in a new tab) Feb 17, 2026
- [24] Issues(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2025
- [25] 2026 Endorsements - TPAction(opens in a new tab) Aug 4, 2022