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Ex-New Britain Mayor Suspends Gov. Bid Amid $207K Misuse Probe

5/15/2026

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Erin Stewart Suspends

An independent investigation found former New Britain mayor Erin Stewart charged the city $207,076.07 for personal items, many without receipts.
Erin Stewart suspended her Connecticut governor campaign on Thursday while the investigation continues.
The findings indicated that 59% of the $207,076.07 charges lacked supporting documentation.
Connecticut State Police and the U.S. Attorney’s Office were officially asked to review the case.

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Erin Stewart Misuse

A law firm hired by Stewart’s Democratic successor found she misused over $200,000 in credit-card funds for campaign expenses.
Former New Britain mayor Erin Stewart withdrew from the Connecticut governor’s race after allegations of misusing city credit-card funds.
Stewart promptly endorsed state Senator Ryan Fazio for the Republican gubernatorial nomination.
Mayor Bobby Sanchez said report will be referred to prosecutors and city will pursue restitution.

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Erin Stewart Suspends

An independent investigation found former New Britain mayor Erin Stewart charged the city $207,076.07 for personal items, many without receipts.
Erin Stewart suspended her Connecticut governor campaign on Thursday while the investigation continues.
The findings indicated that 59% of the $207,076.07 charges lacked supporting documentation.
Connecticut State Police and the U.S. Attorney’s Office were officially asked to review the case.

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