August 11, 2026

Gov. Ned Lamont Defeats Progressive Challenger in Connecticut Primary

Ned Lamont won the Democratic primary against Josh Elliott, who accused him of being too accommodating to Trump.
Elliott argued that Lamont's 'niceness' is a liability in addressing pressing issues like affordability and fascism.
Lamont will face Republican state Sen. Ryan Fazio in the November general election.

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