Democrat Wins Connecticut Seat, but Court Fight Could Flip It
Democrat Larry Pemberton Jr. wins Connecticut's 139th House District special election with about 64% of the vote, but the story doesn't end at the ballot box. A write-in candidate is suing after being kept off the ballot over a signature dispute, and the case could even trigger a new election. We also break down why this win is being called historic and what it means for the balance of power in Hartford.
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FAQ
Q1: Who won the Connecticut state House special election?
A: Democrat Larry Pemberton Jr. won the 139th District special election.
Q2: What district was this election for?
A: Connecticut House District 139, covering Ledyard, Montville, and part of Norwich.
Q3: Why is there a lawsuit after the election?
A: Write-in candidate Mark Adams is suing, saying he should have been on the ballot and that a signature requirement dispute wrongly kept him off.
Q4: Could the result change?
A: A court decision could affect the outcome and could potentially lead to a new election, depending on the ruling.
Q5: Why is this win considered historic?
A: Reporting has described Pemberton as the first publicly recognized member of a Connecticut tribe elected to the General Assembly.
