Session 1: ‘In the Room’ with Matt Ritter and Vincent Candelora

In The Room is a monthly, in-person interview series with top elected officials at locations throughout the state. Join host John Dankosky as he explores both policies and the people behind them.

On Wednesday, January 14, John spoke with Speaker of the House Matt Ritter and Minority Leader Vincent Candelora about the Connecticut General Assembly’s 2026 legislative session.

Session 2: 2026 Legislative Session Preview with Mark Pazniokas

On Tuesday, January 27, CT Mirror Capitol Bureau Chief Mark Pazniokas spoke with host John Dankosky about the key issues that are likely to come up during Connecticut’s 2026 legislative session, including energy, housing, safety net, and fiscal policy and what they could mean for residents across the state.

Session 3: Keith Phaneuf’s 2026 Budget Review

On Wednesday, February 11, CT Mirror State Budget Reporter Keith Phaneuf spoke with host John Dankosky about the budget battles during the 2026 legislative session. John and Keith discussed the state’s short-term and long-term fiscal situation, highlighting the biggest shifts in funding priorities and their implications for Connecticut families and communities.