FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Bob Stefanowski, the likely Republican candidate for Connecticut governor, formally announced Tuesday he has chosen State Rep. Laura Devlin as his running mate.
FOX61 confirmed the news Monday, and a formal campaign announcement with Stefanowski and Devlin happened Tuesday in Fairfield.
“Bob and I know there are things that we can do to make a difference,” Devlin said.
The pair was announced at a Fairfield Republican Town Committee meeting. Devlin, who is an outspoken opponent of highway tolls, is serving her fourth term in the House and represents Fairfield and Trumbull. She also serves as Deputy House Republican Leader.
“I've got a broader platform this time. I'm better up-to-speed on the issues. I've watched the mistakes that Governor Lamont has made; it gives me a lot of insights into what we can do to improve it,” Stefanowski said.
Top Republican leaders in the state Senate congratulated Devlin on being named Stefanowski's choice for lieutenant governor in a news release Monday.
“Laura is a fierce advocate for working- and middle-class families,” Senate Republican Leader Kevin Kelly said in a written statement. "Across our state, Laura is known for her years of work fighting for a stronger economy and transportation system without taking more out of taxpayers’ wallets with new taxes or tolls."
Gov. Ned Lamont previously announced he is running for re-election and his running mate will be current Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz.
Voters will choose Connecticut's next Governor this fall- November 2022.
Jenn Bernstein is an anchor at FOX61 News. She can be reached at jbernstein@fox61.com. Follow her on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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