Accusations Of Illegal Tactics Fly In Connecticut Republican Primary

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A contested GOP primary in Connecticut is turning ugly, and, with just days to go before voters choose a nominee, an insurgent is accusing the Republican-endorsed candidate of engaging in illegal electioneering activities.

The controversy centers on an unsolicited mailer from the campaign of State Sen. Sam Caligiuri, which includes both a letter and an absentee ballot application. In the letter, Caligiuri identifies himself not as the Republican-endorsed candidate, but as the "Republican nominee."

"As the Republican nominee to take on Chris Murphy, I hope I can count on your support in the August 10th primary," the letter reads.

His opponent, Justin Bernier, is crying foul, saying the mailer may violate election law.

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