politics
Ned Lamont fends off progressive rival to win Connecticut governor nomination
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.
TL;DR
- Governor Ned Lamont won the Democratic primary for Connecticut governor.
- He defeated challenger state Representative Josh Elliott.
- Lamont secured nearly 67% of the vote, with Elliott receiving 33%.
- This was the first primary challenge for a sitting Connecticut governor in five decades.
- The race was characterized as a contest between a centrist (Lamont) and a progressive (Elliott).