United States: Ali Dieng makes a splash in Vermont legislative elections

In Vermont’s November 3, 2026 legislative elections, Ali Dieng received 2,329 votes, or 33.2% of the vote, in the Chittenden-18 district. He finished second and could win one of the district’s two seats in the Vermont House of Representatives, according to preliminary results. A former Burlington city councilor who served three terms, Dieng has emphasized affordable housing, access to health care, education and the cost of living. State election authorities are expected to certify the final results by November 10.