Gov. Ned Lamont defeats Ryan Fazio, winning 3rd term

Connecticut GOP faces 'near extinction event' after election losses

Connecticut Republicans haven't won a statewide election in 20 years. Now, after another devastating defeat, the party faces questions about its leadership, candidates and future.

For Connecticut GOP, another grim night and a message: ‘Something has to change’

In a early sign that Connecticut Republicans sensed a tough night ahead, turnout Tuesday evening was light — and the mood more tense than ebullient — at gubernatorial candidate Ryan Fazio's post-election gathering.

Incumbent Democrat Ned Lamont Secures Governor's Mansion in Connecticut

Incumbent Democrat Gov. Ned Lamont (D) won the governor's race in Connecticut, securing his third term on Tuesday night.

Gov. Ned Lamont defeats Ryan Fazio, winning 3rd term

Gov. Ned Lamont, a Democrat buoyed by Connecticut’s extraordinary string of budget surpluses, won a third term over Republican Ryan Fazio.

Gov. Ned Lamont projected winner in gubernatorial race

What to KnowGov. Ned Lamont is the projected winner in the 2026 Midterm elections. It’s the first time Lamont is facing a different Republican challenger, having faced Bob Stefanowski in 2018 and 2022. Gov. Ned Lamont has won a third term as Connecticut’s governor, successfully fending off a challenge by Republican Ryan Fazio. Lamont was first elected in 2018, beating Republican Bob Stefanowski. He was reelected in 2022 after guiding the state t…