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Vermont GOP Unopposed, Lamont Outspends Elliott, Larson Faces Challenge

8/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Republican Gov. Phil Scott of Vermont runs unopposed for the GOP nomination.
Democratic challengers Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards contest the primary, with Aly Richards raising $453,000, about double Amanda Janoo’s $308,000.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont seeks a third term, outspending Rep. Josh Elliott with $9.5 million.
Democratic Rep. John Larson faces primary opponents former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, Ruth Fortune and Rep. Jillian Gilchrest.

History

Historical Context

In the 1994 midterms, Newt Gingrich’s GOP won a net 54 House seats, cementing fundraising as a decisive factor. That election’s “Republican Revolution” showed how cash and incumbent advantage reshape contests. Today, Vermont Governor Phil Scott runs unopposed while Connecticut’s Ned Lamont outspends his primary challenger, echoing the same dynamic.

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Story summary

Republican Gov. Phil Scott of Vermont runs unopposed for the GOP nomination.
Democratic challengers Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards contest the primary, with Aly Richards raising $453,000, about double Amanda Janoo’s $308,000.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont seeks a third term, outspending Rep. Josh Elliott with $9.5 million.
Democratic Rep. John Larson faces primary opponents former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, Ruth Fortune and Rep. Jillian Gilchrest.

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