In New Hampshire, a state known for its significant role in the presidential nominating process, the release of the Epstein files is causing a political earthquake. Dean Kamen, a high-profile entrepreneur and inventor of the Segway, is at the center of this controversy due to his documented interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. These revelations are complicating the political campaigns of New Hampshire’s most influential families—the Shaheens and the Sununus.

Documents from the Department of Justice reveal that Kamen maintained contact with Epstein even after Epstein's 2008 conviction for soliciting prostitution from a minor. This included visits to Epstein’s Caribbean island in 2013, raising serious questions about Kamen's judgment and associations. Despite these troubling findings, Kamen has not been accused of any criminal activity and has remained silent on the matter, according to his companies.

The political ramifications are significant, particularly for Stefany Shaheen and former Senator John E. Sununu, who both come from the state's leading political families and are currently seeking congressional seats. Their connections to Kamen, who has been a major donor and collaborator with local politicians, are now being scrutinized and exploited by their opponents.

This situation has also prompted Kamen’s businesses to initiate independent investigations into their founder's dealings with Epstein. Kamen's past contributions to political figures and his involvement in significant state projects, like the transformation of Manchester's old mill district, are being reevaluated in light of these associations.

The controversy extends beyond individual politicians. For instance, Stefany Shaheen, who worked closely with Kamen at the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute, has faced particular scrutiny and calls from primary rivals to distance herself from Kamen. Similarly, John Sununu faces questions related to an ambiguous reference in a 2010 email from Epstein, which could pertain to him or his father, further complicating his campaign.

Both the Shaheen and Sununu campaigns are attempting to navigate these troubled waters by distancing themselves from Kamen and emphasizing their lack of direct involvement with Epstein’s activities. However, the association with Kamen has become a potent line of attack for their political adversaries, who are keen on leveraging any connection to Epstein to their advantage.

This unfolding scandal underscores the broader implications of the Epstein saga, which continues to entangle a wide range of public figures in its web. As the investigations proceed and more documents are likely to be released, New Hampshire’s political landscape could be facing a period of unprecedented upheaval, driven by the fallout from these disturbing revelations.