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Judge recommends ex-Trump lawyer John Eastman should be disbarred over efforts to overturn election

A judge has recommended that conservative attorney John Eastman lose his California law license over his efforts to keep former President Donald Trump in power after the 2020 election.

  • Hartford Sep 12, 2023

    Conn. Primaries: Voters to decide Hartford Democratic mayoral primary

    For Tuesday’s primary election, voters will head to the polls across the state to help decide who should run their community and move onto the general election. And one of the big races to watch is in Hartford. In Hartford, one name not on the ballot this time is current Mayor Luke Bronin. That means for the first in...

  • Elections Sep 22, 2023

    Special session to discuss moving up CT presidential primaries starts Tuesday

    A legislative special session will begin next week to discuss moving up the presidential primaries next year. Governor Ned Lamont has issued a proclamation that calls for the Connecticut General Assembly to meet in special session to consider several pieces of legislation. The primaries are typically held in April, but there is bipartisan agreement...
  • Jul 1, 2023

    New laws now in effect in Connecticut

    Several new laws are going into effect in Connecticut on Saturday, July 1. One new law bans child marriages in the state. You now have to be 18 to wed in Connecticut. Another law strengthens protections for certain voters. It also requires that all municipalities provide translators. “And that you’re willing to assist them in being able...
  • baby bonds Jun 28, 2023

    Baby Bonds program begins in Connecticut in July

    Children born into poverty will have a leg up in Connecticut starting in July. Any baby born after July 1 covered under Husky Insurance will be automatically enrolled. In the program, $3,200 will be invested in the child’s name. The Office of the Treasurer manages the money and when the child turns 18, they can apply for it. It has…...
  • TikTok Jun 27, 2023

    Concerns continue over how TikTok stores and uses data from users

    The concerns continue over how TikTok stores and uses data from people who use the app. A press conference is being held at the State Capitol on Tuesday to discuss TikTok and why lawmakers say they are putting users at risk. This has been an ongoing discussion about where and what information TikTok has stored and who has access to…

  • Reproductive rights Jun 14, 2023

    Conn. pharmacists can prescribe birth control under new legislation

    Governor Ned Lamont signed legislation Tuesday that will allow pharmacists to prescribe certain types of birth control without needing to see a doctor first. The legislation, known as Public Act 23-52, was proposed by the Lamont administration in an effort to improve access to birth control, especially in rural and underserved areas where access to...
  • gun violence Jun 13, 2023

    Gun safety advocates weigh in on planned national summit & President Biden visit to Conn.

    Work is underway for a national gun safety summit that’s going to be held in Connecticut later this week. President Joe Biden is among those expected to attend. Advocates say there is still work to be done when it comes to gun violence. During a violent weekend across America, dozens were struck by gunfire – some killed – including in…...
  • Trump Indictment Jun 9, 2023

    ‘No person is above the law': Conn. delegation responds to Trump indictment

    Multiple Connecticut delegates are responding to the news of former President Donald Trump’s indictment. Sen. Richard Blumenthal said that “no person is above the law,” and Trump should be punished because it doesn’t matter how powerful a person is. “A grand jury has decided to charge former President Trump after an in...
  • Trump Indictment Jun 8, 2023

    Quinnipiac professor explains impact of Trump federal indictment

    With former President Donald Trump now facing a second indictment, what effect could this have on him and the 2024 election as a whole? Quinnipiac University Political Science Professor Wesley Renfro says many voters have already made up their minds about the former president, but enough voters could change their minds with recent presidential race...
  • Jun 8, 2023

    Bill to move up Connecticut presidential primary dies despite bipartisan support

    State Democratic and Republican party leaders expressed surprise and disappointment Thursday after a bipartisan proposal to move up Connecticut’s presidential primary died on the final night of the legislative session. In a moment of political comity, the two major party chairpersons testified together in March, voicing enthusiastic support f...
  • legislative session Jun 8, 2023

    Connecticut adjourns largely bipartisan session in contrast to rancor in other states

    Connecticut’s Democratic-controlled General Assembly passed protections for abortion providers and gave more power to libraries facing book challenges — and they did it with Republican support. All but 13 Republicans voted for the $51 billion two-year state budget and a handful even voted for a major gun control bill that’s already being challenged...
  • early voting Jun 7, 2023

    Governor signs early voting into law in Connecticut

    Governor Lamont has signed a law creating an early voting system in Connecticut. The legislation, known as Public Act 23-5, will impact general elections, special elections and primaries in the state. It was passed in the Senate on June 1 with a 27 to 7 vote, and it passed in the House of Representatives with a 107 to 35 vote….

  • Gun legislation Jun 7, 2023

    Governor signs most wide-ranging gun bill since legislation passed after Sandy Hook

    Gov. Ned Lamont has signed into law the most wide-ranging package of gun safety measures since the legislation passed after the 2012 Sandy Hook school massacre. The legislation, known as House Bill 6667, which bars openly carrying firearms, among other changes, comes almost a year after the U.S. Supreme Court said Americans have a right t...
  • Jun 6, 2023

    Budget heads to Senate after passing in the House

    The Connecticut House of Representatives has passed a two-year, $51.1 billion state budget that includes a historic cut to the state’s personal income tax. The Democratic-controlled House chamber began debating the bill late Monday. The bill was passed shortly before 2 a.m. on Tuesday. The Senate, also controlled by Democrats, will have to pa...
  • marriage Jun 2, 2023

    CT Lawmakers Vote to Bar Anyone Under 18 From Getting Married

    Connecticut lawmakers voted Friday to tighten the state’s marriage laws, prohibiting anyone under age 18 from being issued a marriage license under any circumstance. The legislation cleared the Senate unanimously, following a 98-45 bipartisan vote last month in the House of Representatives. It updates a 2017 anti-child marriage law that advoc...
  • early voting Jun 1, 2023

    Senate Passes Bill for Early Voting in Connecticut

    A bill that would allow Connecticut voters to cast their ballots early passed overnight. The bill passed 27 to 7 in the Senate early Wednesday morning. Connecticut is just one of four states that currently doesn’t allow in-person voting, but with this process, that could change. Overall the bill would allow a couple of things. It would give C...
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