KOSA has amassed bipartisan support in the Senate despite concerns some groups. But the bill’s fate in the U.S. House remains uncertain.
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.
Netanyahu speaks at Lieberman service, Congress amid tensions
The prime minister praised Lieberman’s unwavering support for Israel. But Netanyahu faced boycotts and protests when addressing Congress.
‘A great nominee’: CT Democrats align in support of Kamala Harris
A grant announcement in New Haven was rebranded as the work of the Biden-Harris administration as CT Democrats continue to endorse Harris.
Biden drops out, and CT Democrats largely line up behind Harris
Most top CT Democrats quickly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination after President Biden said he wouldn’t run.
CT Democrats target ‘Project 2025’ to counter messaging at RNC
Donald Trump has sought to distance himself from Project 2025, but the conservative blueprint was drafted by members of his administration.
Trump smiles as Haley endorses him and DeSantis attacks Biden
Donald Trump watched as a parade of vanquished rivals at the RNC pledged their fealty, sang his praises and denounced President Biden.
CT Dems hold fundraising edge as money flows into 5th District
U.S. Rep. Jahana Hayes and Republican George Logan kept up their fundraising paces, but she has twice as much money in the bank as Logan has.
Trump nominated, with help from 28 Connecticut votes
Delegates and guests from Connecticut and other blue states insisted intra-party differences disappeared Saturday after Trump was shot.
Lamont, if speaking more gently, endorses Himes’ call for Biden exit
Gov. Ned Lamont said he and U.S. Rep. Jim Himes were ‘very simpatico’ on the issue of whether President Joe Biden should drop out.
U.S. Rep. Jim Himes calls on Joe Biden to drop out
Himes, D-4th District, became the first Connecticut lawmaker to call on the president to abandon his reelection bid.
Among CT’s congressional delegation, muted support for Biden
Five members of CT’s delegation said they are standing behind Biden — some sounding more optimistic, while others offered more muted support.
Two-sub build rate uncertain as Congress hashes out defense bills
Bills to authorize defense programs include a second Virginia-class sub, but the current appropriations bill doesn’t fund it, raising concerns for CT’s submarine industry.
FTC’s Lina Khan says CT could fill ‘gaps’ in non-compete ban
The FTC’s ban on non-compete clauses won’t cover banks or nonprofits, including hospitals. Lina Khan said state laws could fill the gaps.
Supreme Court abortion pill ruling cheered in CT, but worries persist
Reproductive rights advocates and Democratic state officials in CT applauded the decision, but they also warned of future legal threats.
Blumenthal: Coast Guard sex assault reports are ‘persistent’ issue
Commandant Linda Fagan testified before Sen. Richard Blumenthal’s subcommittee about the Coast Guard’s mishandling of sexual assault reports.