Kranichfeld Challenges George in Chittenden County State's Attorney Primary

Franklin County prosecutor launches campaign to unseat Chittenden County's top prosecutor

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:08pm

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An abstract, fractured painting with overlapping geometric shapes and brushstrokes in blue, red, and yellow, representing the dynamic political contest between two figures in suits.The race for Chittenden County State's Attorney pits the incumbent prosecutor against a challenger, signaling a potential shift in the county's criminal justice approach.Burlington Today

Franklin County State's Attorney Bram Kranichfeld has launched a campaign to challenge Chittenden County Prosecutor Sarah George in the upcoming Democratic primary for Chittenden County State's Attorney.

Why it matters

The race for Chittenden County State's Attorney is a high-profile contest that will shape criminal justice policy in Vermont's most populous county. Kranichfeld's challenge to the incumbent George represents a potential shift in the county's prosecutorial approach.

The details

Kranichfeld, who has served as Franklin County State's Attorney since 2018, is positioning himself as a more progressive alternative to George, who has faced criticism from some law enforcement groups for her approach to criminal justice reform. Kranichfeld has emphasized his experience in rural Vermont and pledged to bring a new perspective to the Chittenden County prosecutor's office.

  • Kranichfeld launched his campaign on March 30, 2026.
  • The Chittenden County State's Attorney Democratic primary will be held in August 2026.

The players

Bram Kranichfeld

The Franklin County State's Attorney who is challenging Chittenden County Prosecutor Sarah George in the Democratic primary.

Sarah George

The incumbent Chittenden County Prosecutor who is seeking re-election.

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What they’re saying

“I'm running to bring a new perspective and approach to the Chittenden County prosecutor's office.”

— Bram Kranichfeld, Franklin County State's Attorney

“As Chittenden County's top prosecutor, I've worked to reform the criminal justice system and will continue to do so if re-elected.”

— Sarah George, Chittenden County Prosecutor

What’s next

The Chittenden County State's Attorney Democratic primary will be held in August 2026, with the winner facing a Republican challenger in the general election in November.

The takeaway

The race for Chittenden County State's Attorney represents a potential shift in the county's approach to criminal justice, with the challenger Bram Kranichfeld positioning himself as a more progressive alternative to the incumbent Sarah George.