Connecticut State Senate District 28

Current seat holder: Tony Hwang (R).

Rob Blanchard

Democratic / Independent Party

Rob Blanchard is a Democratic / Independent Party candidate for the Connecticut State Senate in District 28 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 28 covers parts of Fairfield County. Rob Blanchard earned a bachelor's degree from Syracuse University in 2010. His career experience includes working as a chief of staff.

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“Public service has always been at my core. I was raised to always lend a hand in making your community better than you found it.” (Candidate statement)

Amybeth Laroche

Amybeth Laroche District 28 covers parts of Fairfield County. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Amybeth Laroche faces Rob Blanchard for the District 28 seat currently held by Tony Hwang (R).

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“I am a working mother and a regular citizen who decided to become involved in government because Connecticut is expensive, property taxes continue to burden families, and too many ordinary people believe the political system no longer listens to them.” (CT Insider (Amybeth Laroche op-ed))