Ned Lamont

Edward Miner Lamont Jr., born on January 3, 1954, is a prominent American politician and businessman who has been serving as the 89th governor of Connecticut since 2019. A member of the Democratic Party, Lamont's political journey began in the late 1980s when he served as a selectman in Greenwich from 1987 to 1989.

In 2006, he made a significant mark on the political landscape as the Democratic nominee for the United States Senate, although he ultimately lost to Independent incumbent Joe Lieberman. Lamont's aspirations for the governorship first emerged in 2010, but he was defeated in the Democratic primary by Dannel Malloy, who went on to win the general election.

Undeterred, Lamont returned to the political arena in 2018, successfully securing the Democratic nomination and defeating Republican candidate Bob Stefanowski in the general election. He faced Stefanowski again in 2022, winning by an even larger margin.

As governor, Lamont has been instrumental in enacting progressive legislation, including the legalization of cannabis, sports betting, and online gambling. However, in 2025, he made headlines by vetoing legislation aimed at increasing the housing supply in Connecticut, showcasing his complex approach to governance.