AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEarly Voting: Connecticut saw heavy turnout on the first day, with nearly 300 voters in Norwalk by midday and waits topping an hour in Greenwich and Hamden. Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas reminded voters they have the right to cast ballots without interference. Congressional Race: The 1st District will elect a new representative for the first time since 1999 after John Larson’s primary loss. Democrat Luke Bronin faces Republican Amy Chai, with Green Party candidate Mary Sanders also on the ballot. Consumer Protection: Frontier will pay Connecticut $625,000 to settle a state probe into a data breach. Jobs and Healthcare: Connecticut added 1,400 jobs in September, while unemployment remained at 5.1%. Low Medicaid reimbursement rates are also limiting pediatric eye care for HUSKY patients. Immigration: A Norwalk activist coalition is urging Gov. Ned Lamont to direct $25 million toward legal aid and emergency support for families affected by ICE arrests.
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