Connecticut Implements Early Voting for Presidential Primary

With light turnout, Connecticut's first foray into early voting is deemed successful by state officials, marking a significant shift in the state's voting practices.

Connecticut has introduced early in-person voting for the first time, ahead of the presidential primary, after years of legislative efforts.
The state now joins the majority of the U.S. in allowing early voting, leaving only four states without such provisions.
Turnout for the early voting period was light, with 13,476 voters participating out of over 1.2 million registered Democrats and Republicans.
State officials, including Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas, praised the smooth operation and security of the new voting system.
Resistance to early voting in Connecticut had historically been strong, particularly among Republicans, citing concerns over voting safeguards and resource allocation.