Trump casts long shadow in Connecticut Democratic primary against progressive challenger

Connecticut Democratic Gov. Ned Lamont is facing a challenge in his primary from state Rep. Josh Elliott, who accuses Lamont of being too close to President Donald Trump, despite their differences on issues like progressive policies and Trump's popularity among conservatives. Lamont has largely distanced himself from the president, but Elliott believes he hasn't done enough to separate himself from him. The election pits a moderate Democrat against a far-left challenger in a traditionally blue state. As the primary approaches, Lamont is under pressure to prove that his centrist approach can resonate with voters who are increasingly looking for more progressive leadership.