CT Sen. Richard Blumenthal is pushing a bill to ensure the Coast Guard gets the same protections as other military branches amid a shutdown.
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.
Posted inGovernment
How would a government shutdown affect CT? It depends
A prolonged government shutdown would result in missed paychecks for thousands of CT workers and a steeper reduction in services.
Posted inGovernment
Biden forms gun violence prevention office sought by advocates
For years, advocates urged the government to create such a role that would establish a coordinated response aimed at reducing gun violence.
Posted inGovernment
CT Judge Vernon Oliver confirmed by Senate to U.S. District Court
A former CT Superior Court judge, Oliver becomes the latest of President Joe Biden’s nominees to win approval to the federal judiciary.
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CT’s Bradley Air National Guard Base to get new C-130J aircraft
The unit will receive eight new C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to replace the current C-130H fleet stationed there.
Posted inPolitics
Blumenthal urges funding for Ukraine during trip as GOP candidates split over aid
The CT senator has been pleased by bipartisan support for aid to Ukraine. But some GOP presidential candidates are skeptical of giving more.
Posted inGovernment
Courtney: Protect Coast Guard cadets who report sexual assaults
The Coast Guard Academy doesn’t offer the same protections to cadets reporting sexual assault as other military schools. A bill would change that.
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CT’s presidential primary could move up by 4 weeks. Will it matter?
Some say moving the primary to April 2 will benefit CT during the election. But some still believe it’s held too late in the season.
Posted inGovernment
For many CT veterans, PACT Act offers expanded benefits
The Honoring Our PACT Act removes the burden placed on veterans to prove their illness is tied to their service.
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Murphy seeks accountability from Coast Guard in spending bill
Murphy’s measure would require a report from the Coast Guard and a review of other sexual assault claims at its CT-based academy.
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Blumenthal’s kids online safety bill advances. Will it pass this time?
A congressional committee OK’d the Kids Online Safety Act, but there is no set timing on when the full Senate will take it up.
Posted inEconomic Development
How will CT farms recover from flood? Lamont seeks federal relief
Gov. Ned Lamont requested a federal agriculture disaster declaration for all eight counties to help farmers across Connecticut.
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With Social Security fund running dry, CT Dems push for reform
Current estimates show depletion of the fund for old age and survivors insurance in the 2030s, and CT Democrats want to expand benefits.
Posted inJustice
Congress criticizes cover-up of Coast Guard Academy sex assault claims
The Coast Guard’s decision to bury the report of a long investigation into sex assault claims is fueling a swift response from lawmakers.
Posted inEducation
Supreme Court nixes student loan relief for 208K CT borrowers
CT residents approved for student loan forgiveness won’t see their relief after the Supreme Court struck down Joe Biden’s debt relief plan.