State Senator Ryan Fazio won the Connecticut Republican Party's endorsement for governor at the party's convention on May 16, 2026. His primary opponent, Bob McCaughey, conceded the race after the vote, according to multiple news reports.
Fazio, who represents the 26th Senate District in Greenwich and Stamford, secured the endorsement after a competitive convention. McCaughey, a businessman and former candidate, acknowledged Fazio's victory and urged party unity ahead of the general election.
The endorsement positions Fazio as the likely Republican nominee, though a primary challenge remains possible if McCaughey or another candidate gathers enough signatures to force a primary election in August. The general election for governor will be held on November 3, 2026.
