Ned Lamont fends off progressive rival to win Connecticut governor nomination
Ned Lamont (D-CT) fended off primary challenger state Rep. Josh Elliott Tuesday night, securing the Democratic nomination and paving the way to a third term at Connecticut‘s helm.The race was called shortly after polls closed as Lamont led with nearly 67% of the votes and Elliott trailed, securing only 33%. Lamont has held office since 2019, and Elliott’s challenge marks the first time in five decades a sitting governor has faced a primary opponent in Connecticut.
- ▪Ned Lamont (D-CT) fended off primary challenger state Rep.
- ▪Josh Elliott Tuesday night, securing the Democratic nomination and paving the way to a third term at Connecticut‘s helm.The race was called shortly after polls closed as Lamont led with nearly 67% of the votes and Elliott trailed, securing
- ▪Lamont has held office since 2019, and Elliott’s challenge marks the first time in five decades a sitting governor has faced a primary opponent in Connecticut.
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Gov. Ned Lamont (D-CT) fended off primary challenger state Rep. Josh Elliott Tuesday night, securing the Democratic nomination and paving the way to a third term at Connecticut‘s helm.The race was called shortly after polls closed as Lamont led with nearly 67% of the votes and Elliott trailed, securing only 33%. Lamont has held office since 2019, and Elliott’s challenge marks the first time in five decades a sitting governor has faced a primary opponent in Connecticut. Recommended Stories Ned Lamont fends off progressive rival to win Connecticut governor nomination Mikie Sherrill supports voter ID laws after glitch registers over 6,000 immigrants Wisconsin Democrats plan unity tour to turn page on intense gubernatorial primary Similar to Democratic primaries elsewhere, the race was viewed…
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