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Trump-Endorsed Leora Levy, 1 Of 3 GOP Senate Primary Contenders, Vows To 'Beat Back Blumenthal' Trump-Endorsed Leora Levy, 1 Of 3 GOP Senate Primary Contenders, Vows To 'Beat Back Blumenthal'
Trump-Endorsed Leora Levy, 1 Of 3 GOP Senate Primary Contenders, Vows To 'Beat Back Blumenthal' Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Leora Levy, a Republican candidate who is running for US Senate in Connecticut and has vowed to "beat back" Democratic Sen. Richard Blumenthal. Levy is running against Themis Klarides and Peter Lumaj in the Republican primary election, which is set for Tuesday, Aug. 9. Trump gave his endorsement on Thursday, Aug. 4. If elected, Levy said she would "beat back" Blumenthal, a Democrat who first assumed office in 2011. Trump has clashed with Blumenthal numerous times over the years, as detailed in a 2019 report from Politico. "Thank you President T…

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by Nicole Valinote
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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton Throws His Hat In The Ring For Governor's Race Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton Throws His Hat In The Ring For Governor's Race
Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton Throws His Hat In The Ring For Governor's Race DANBURY, Conn. — It's official: Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton announced Tuesday that he is running for governor, according to the News-Times. Boughton, a Republican, made the announcement at a press conference at a noon press conference at the Courtyard Marriott, the News-Times said. This is third run for governor for Boughton, 53, who is serving a record ninth term as Danbury mayor. Boughton, a Republican, formed an exploratory committee over a year ago and has been fundraising for a statewide race. Any candidate using public funds for a gubernatorial campaign must raise $250,000 in separat…

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by Daily Voice
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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Political Future On Tuesday Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Political Future On Tuesday
Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Political Future On Tuesday DANBURY, Conn. — After a snowstorm cancellation,  Mayor Mark Boughton is inviting supporters to attend a "special election announcement" in downtown Danbury where he is expected to launch his campaign for governor.  "After a year of exploring a run for statewide office, I have reached a decision on participating in the 2018 election," Boughton said on his Facebook page. "I could not do this without your support and am honored to have you on our team as we move forward." The announcement had been set for last Thursday, but it has been moved to Tuesday, Jan. 9.  …

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by Karen Tensa
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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Statewide Election Plans Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Statewide Election Plans
Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton To Announce Statewide Election Plans DANBURY, Conn. — Mayor Mark D. Boughton will be making a "special election announcement" Thursday in downtown Danbury where he is expected to launch his campaign for governor.  "After a year of exploring a run for statewide office, I have reached a decision on participating in the 2018 election," Boughton said on his Facebook page. "I hope you will join me in Danbury on Thursday evening for a very special announcement. I could not do this without your support and am honored to have you on our team as we move forward." His Facebook page invites Interested people…

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by Karen Tensa