Ryan Fazio Aims to Become Connecticut's Next GOP Governor

State Senator outlines his vision and priorities for the state

Mar. 29, 2026 at 2:04pm

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With the Connecticut Republican convention and primary election approaching, Republican State Senator Ryan Fazio discusses his campaign for governor. Fazio, who currently represents the 36th district in the state legislature, is positioning himself as the best GOP candidate to lead the state.

Why it matters

The Connecticut governor's race is expected to be highly competitive, with the Republican and Democratic nominees vying to succeed the current Democratic incumbent. Fazio's candidacy represents a key opportunity for the GOP to regain the governorship in a state that has trended blue in recent elections.

The details

In his interview, Fazio outlined several key priorities for his potential governorship, including improving the state's economy, addressing cost-of-living challenges, and strengthening public safety. He also emphasized his track record of bipartisan collaboration in the state legislature.

  • The Connecticut Republican convention is scheduled for May 2026.
  • The state's primary election will take place later this summer.

The players

Ryan Fazio

A Republican state senator representing Connecticut's 36th district, who is running for governor of the state.

Dennis House

A television journalist who interviewed Fazio on his show 'This Week in Connecticut'.

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What they’re saying

“I believe I'm the best candidate to lead Connecticut forward and address the key issues facing our state.”

— Ryan Fazio, Republican Candidate for Governor

What’s next

Fazio will continue campaigning across the state in the lead-up to the Republican convention and primary election, where he will seek to secure the party's nomination for governor.

The takeaway

Fazio's campaign represents a concerted effort by the Connecticut GOP to regain the governorship, with the candidate positioning himself as a pragmatic, bipartisan leader capable of addressing the state's most pressing challenges.