Richard Blumenthal: “Our defense industrial base is often unappreciated, our civilian workforce and the tremendous skills they bring to the…”

I am thrilled that this $584,250 in federal funding will allow for 1,510 additional final resting places for Connecticut veterans, ensuring families have options for their loved ones for years to come.

This disaster declaration is a strong step toward bringing federal aid to Connecticut following severe floods last month.

Long-term unemployment is devastating for someone’s financial security, future job opportunities, and overall wellbeing—and it can take a toll on our economy as well.

After all the years I’ve spent working on this issue, I could never for one minute trust the NCAA to police itself.