East Hartford, CT — Today, Attorney General William Tong endorsed Congressman John Larson for Congress, highlighting Larson’s record as a progressive champion for working families and a proven leader in standing up to Donald Trump’s lawlessness.
At an announcement in East Hartford’s Mayberry Village, the public housing community where Larson was raised, Tong pointed to Larson’s deep roots in the district and his proven effectiveness in delivering real results for Connecticut’s working families.
Larson and Tong have worked side by side to protect Connecticut families––defending the rights of everyone who calls Connecticut home and standing up to President Trump’s attacks and lawlessness.
“John Larson is a cornerstone of our firewall protecting Connecticut families, a proven fighter with the experience and standing in Congress to take on this lawless presidential administration,” Tong said. “I’m on the front lines of this fight every single day, in the courts and in our communities, and I know this: we cannot win without John Larson standing strong on the front lines with us.”
As a senior member of the House serving on the powerful Ways and Means Committee with a proven track record of results, Larson brings battle-tested leadership and a deep understanding of the communities he serves — the leadership Connecticut families need at this moment as they face rising prices, economic pressure, and unprecedented levels of corruption in the federal government.
Larson thanked Tong for his partnership and leadership in defending Connecticut families and standing up for working people, civil rights, and the rule of law.
“Attorney General Tong has been a fearless and focused partner in the fight to protect Connecticut families and hold Donald Trump accountable when he breaks the law,” Congressman Larson said. “From keeping SNAP benefits flowing during Trump’s illegal shutdowns to stopping attacks on Head Start, Meals on Wheels, and immigrant families, William Tong has always stood up for working people. I’m deeply grateful for his endorsement and proud to continue working side by side to defend our values and our communities.”
Tong joins a strong, broad, and growing coalition of unions, workers, activists, and federal, state, and local leaders who have endorsed Larson reelection. Their support reflects confidence in Larson’s proven record of delivering for the First District — from lowering costs for families and bringing home federal funding, to protecting Social Security, defending workers and immigrants, and taking on Donald Trump and his allies.
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