Esther Charlestin wins Democratic primary to take on Vermont Gov. Phil Scott

Published August 13, 2024 7:43pm ET



Esther Charlestin won the Democratic primary to take on Gov. Phil Scott (R-VT) in November, seeking to end the GOP incumbent’s four-term legacy in a predominantly blue state. 

Charlestin handily defeated Peter Duval after garnering 70.5% of the vote with 29.5% of ballots tallied. The Associated Press called the race at 7:37 p.m. Eastern. 

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