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Lamont presses Trump on immigration, gets surprise answer
CT Gov. Ned Lamont asked what lessons Trump learned about Minneapolis. He said there won’t be a surge of ICE agents unless a city asks.
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CT libraries face possible 20% cut to cross-town borrowing program
Library advocates are asking state legislators to fully fund borrowIT CT after Gov. Ned Lamont proposed a 20% cut to the program’s budget.
Hakeem Jeffries stumps in district safe for Dems, if not for Larson
Hakeem Jeffries’ efforts on behalf of Larson were personal, not political. CT’s 1st District is competitive only in a Democratic primary.
Lawmakers spar with Lamont administration over tax rebate plan
The CT tax rebate debate began Friday in the General Assembly, with Republicans in a key committee pushing back on Lamont’s plan.
A little flexibility gets Lamont a good start to election-year session
The fiscally cautious governor is signaling a willingness to compromise on spending and taxes, and Democrats are happy to see an opening.
CT legislature to weigh online safety, data protections for minors
Online privacy is a legislative priority this year, with several bills already introduced, including two put forward by Gov. Ned Lamont.
CT Rep.’s ‘ICE IN’ message draws rebuke from House speaker
House Speaker Matt Ritter dressed down lawmakers Thursday after a Bristol representative wore a message supporting ICE on her blazer.
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