Sen. Chris Murphy will spend a few weeks at a rehabilitation center after suffering a stroke. His doctor said he expects “a full recovery.”
Lisa Hagen
Lisa Hagen is CT Mirror and CT Public's shared Federal Policy Reporter. Based in Washington, D.C., she focuses on the impact of federal policy in Connecticut and covers the state’s congressional delegation. Lisa previously covered national politics and campaigns for U.S. News & World Report, The Hill and National Journal’s Hotline. She is a New Jersey native and graduate of Boston University.
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Sen. Chris Murphy ‘making remarkable progress’ after stroke
A spokesman for Chris Murphy said the senator continues to improve since having a stroke but didn’t elaborate on his condition or recovery.
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CT delegation previews agenda as blue wave swamps U.S. Congress
CT’s delegation prepares to gain significant influence with new committee roles. They want to strike a balance on oversight and priorities.
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Blumenthal signals another run for Senate in 2028
Blumenthal, 80, didn’t have a formal announcement. But he ‘looks forward to being on the ballot in 2028’ as he prepares to be in the majority.
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Luke Bronin elected to Congress, CT Dems celebrate sweep in U.S. House races
Democratic candidates in CT’s U.S. House races declared victory on Tuesday night as the party made widespread gains nationally.
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Fazio, Lamont and others make final push as Election Day nears
Gov. Ned Lamont and Republican Ryan Fazio campaigned in Enfield Sunday, while candidates for the 5th Congressional District rallied support.
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U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after having a stroke
U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy was awake and alert at Johns Hopkins hospital on Sunday after experiencing a stroke, a spokesperson said.
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Hayes, Shea compete in CT 5th District as national attention shifts
The 5th District is the most competitive in CT. Both candidates got a boost from super PACs, but outside money has mostly dried up this time.
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Himes, Goldstein face off in rematch in CT’s 4th District
The last CT Republican to serve in Congress was Chris Shays. Since then, Himes has firmly held onto the 4th District for Democrats.
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In CT’s 3rd District, DeLauro eyes gavel as Lancia seeks change
U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro will face Republican Chris Lancia and two other opponents. She’s seeking a 19th term in the New Haven-based seat.
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Joe Courtney, George Austin square off in Eastern CT’s 2nd District
U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney faces Republican George Austin, who hopes to improve his party’s chances despite a tough political environment.
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After Larson’s loss, CT’s 1st District will elect a new representative
Luke Bronin won the Democratic primary and goes into the general election with the upper hand. He faces Republican Amy Chai on Nov. 3.
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In races for Congress, CT Dems have money edge over GOP rivals
Democratic candidates for Congress in Connecticut have vastly outraised and outspent their Republican opponents in every district.
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CT senators’ offices among those targeted by ‘suspicious’ letters
A letter with a suspicious substance targeted U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy’s office in Hartford, and it was intercepted by law enforcement.
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Jahana Hayes, Chris Shea square off in CT 5th District debate
The forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of Litchfield County was likely the only debate between Hayes and Shea ahead of the election.