Connecticut voters are gearing up for the Nov. 5 general election, where they will decide races for president, Congress, and the state Legislature. Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, Republican former President Donald Trump, and three third-party candidates are competing for the state’s seven electoral votes in the presidential race. Additionally, key races include Democratic U.S. Sen. Christopher Murphy facing a challenge from Republican Matthew Corey in the Senate race, and Democratic U.S. House incumbents seeking reelection.
Voters will also decide on a proposed ballot measure to expand voting options with a “no excuse” absentee voting amendment that would allow any voter to request a mail-in ballot. The state has historically voted Democrat in presidential elections, with Biden defeating Trump by a 20-point margin in 2020. Democrats are looking to capture supermajorities in the state House and Senate to increase leverage for Governor Ned Lamont.
With a voter turnout of 72% in the 2020 presidential election, Connecticut’s 2,464,919 registered voters are expected to play a significant role in the upcoming election. Past election results and voter demographics point to a Democratic stronghold in the state. The Associated Press is providing comprehensive coverage of the election, with results expected to be reported shortly after polls close at 8 p.m. ET on Election Day. Voters can also follow the AP’s Advance Vote tracker for pre-election day voting updates.
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