Republicans are trying to pass a bill in Congress that would extend tax breaks and make cuts to safety net programs. Here’s what to know.
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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Jahana Hayes on Trump’s second term: ‘Everything seems urgent’
U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes said she has a new sense of urgency to speak out forcefully on issues she cares about, like nutrition and education.
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As U.S. House passes ‘big beautiful bill,’ CT delegation joins opposition
The bill, designed to carry out Trump’s agenda on taxes, immigration and energy, could have several implications for Connecticut.
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At Coast Guard graduation, Kristi Noem talks as protesters gather
Coast Guard Academy commencement speaker Kristi Noem spoke about Trump’s vision for the military branch as protesters filled a nearby park.
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Proposed SNAP rules could lead to benefit or eligibility cuts in CT
A new federal cost-sharing plan, plus new rules, are raising concerns about trimming SNAP benefits or eligibility in states like Connecticut.
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With federal funding in flux, a CT farmer went back to Washington
The last time William Dellacamera went to Washington, D.C., he drove his tractor. This time, he took a train — but his message was the same.
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Federal agency reinstates CT State Library grant after pulling funds
CT was one of only three states to lose its IMLS grant for libraries. The state library will now get those funds back and receive a new award.
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May Day rallies gather crowds in CT, across U.S.
Hundreds gathered outside the CT Capitol to protest the actions of the Trump administration and push CT legislators on local issues.
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After 100 days of Trump, CT Democrats know where they stand
CT Democrats say President Trump’s performance is actually worse than his dismal polling reflects. Republicans say it’s too early to judge.
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Federal funding cuts hit CT libraries, museums: ‘It’s just appalling’
Some museums and libraries will need to lay off workers. Others remain in a holding pattern as they decide the future of some services.
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Connecticut to join multistate lawsuit against ‘unlawful’ tariffs
The lawsuit argues that President Trump does not have the authority to circumvent Congress and increase tariffs on most imports.
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Rep. Jim Himes warns of Trump’s ‘creeping authoritarianism’
U.S. Rep. Jim Himes unleashed a barrage of criticisms at the Trump administration and the state of the U.S. Congress on Thursday night.
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CT refuses to comply with Trump order to end DEI in schools
The decision will likely put CT in a standoff with the Trump administration, which has threatened to pull federal funding over the issue.
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From key position, Rep. Jim Himes presses officials on Yemen texts
Jim Himes questioned intel leaders over the leaked Signal chat as other CT reps called for the resignation of Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth.
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CT delegation promises action in response to Trump order on Department of Education
Rep. Jahana Hayes and Sen. Richard Blumenthal vowed to fight, and Gov. Ned Lamont said he’s ‘not positive we can make up all that shortfall.’