The CT senator praised a congressional panel’s approval of the Kids Online Safety Act. But hurdles remain amid concerns about the bills.
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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Social Security bill could raise benefits for some retirees in CT
But U.S. Rep. John Larson opposes the bill, saying he wants any Social Security changes to be paid for, not done at the expense of beneficiaries.
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Former Coast Guard cadets file sexual assault complaints; process could lead to lawsuits
Under federal tort law, the Coast Guard has six months to make a decision on the claims. If denied, claimants can file a lawsuit.
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CT delegate’s ‘present’ vote at DNC exemplifies Israel-Gaza tensions
Essam Boraey used his vote to signal dissatisfaction with U.S. military aid to Israel, a demand in protests and at last week’s convention.
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Jahana Hayes, George Logan campaign ads center bios, priorities
The ad war has begun in CT’s 5th Congressional District. But Rep. Jahana Hayes and George Logan have stayed relatively positive so far.
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CT Democrats hinge hopes on Kamala Harris to make history
Kamala Harris did not mention the historic nature of her candidacy in her speech at the DNC, but it has been top of mind for CT Democrats.
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Walz cheered at DNC by Dems — including CT’s Lamont, Courtney
Tim Walz had an enthusiastic rooting section in the CT delegation, including U.S. Rep. Joe Courtney, a classmate from the election of 2006.
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In DNC speech, Chris Murphy focuses on borders, not guns
Sen. Chris Murphy’s primetime speech at the DNC focused on border negotiations. Talks about the gun safety bill happened off the main stage.
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CT Dems at DNC see parallels to Obama era – and new energy
On the second night of their convention, Democrats sought to turn the page to focus on the excitement of their nominee, Kamala Harris.
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Former CT GOP Rep. Chris Shays visits Democratic Convention
Shays told CT delegates he wanted a candidate who ‘inspires’ him. He believes he found that in Vice President Kamala Harris.
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‘Hottest ticket in town’: CT delegates rally in Chicago for Harris
Lawmakers, activists and other CT delegates have a busy schedule of meetings and events at the 2024 Democratic National Convention.
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Matthew Corey wins GOP primary, faces uphill fight against Murphy
In low-turnout primaries in Connecticut, Republicans chose nominees for the U.S. Senate and the 4th Congressional District.
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CT primaries: GOP candidates clash over style more than issues
CT’s GOP primary candidates differ more on personality and the style in which they prosecute the case against the Democratic incumbents.
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At Coast Guard hearing, more survivors tell of sexual misconduct
The reckoning over the U.S. Coast Guard’s handling of sexual misconduct claims at its New London academy has shifted to the enlisted side.
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For CT Dems, Kamala Harris’ running mate Tim Walz is well-known
While Tim Walz is not well-known nationally, elected officials in CT said they worked with him while he was in Congress and as a governor.