Politics & Government
Herbst Tells Supporters He Is Seeking Governor Seat: Report
Herbst said in a fundraiser message that his exploratory committee is for the governor's seat.
TRUMBULL, CT — First Selectman Tim Herbst wrote in a fundraising letter that his exploratory committee for state office is for the governor's seat.
He would need $250,000 in contributions ranging from $5 to $100 to qualify for public campaign funding, , according to the Connecticut Post.
Republican Mayor Mark Boughton is also seeking a shot at becoming governor and Republican State Sen. Tony Hwang from Fairfield is seeking a state-level office.
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Herbst narrowly lost to longtime State Treasurer incumbent Denise Nappier in 2014. He narrowly won re-election for first selectman in 2015.
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Correction: A previous version of the story said Herbst would be locked into a race for governor due to his announcement. His announcement has no effect on what statewide offices he can pursue through use of the exploratory committee.
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