Vermont’s Phil Scott launches sixth-term bid, touting affordability

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott announced he is running for a sixth two-year term, maintaining strong popularity (roughly 74% approval) and filing his candidacy at the Secretary of State’s Office. He’s unlikely to face a competitive Republican primary, while Democrats Aly Richards and Amanda Janoo have announced challengers for the general election. Scott emphasizes affordability, economic growth, and education reform, and continues disputes with the state employees union, all while framing himself as independent from national party politics.