Richard Blumenthal: “Like many Senators, I was disappointed to see Taiwan excluded from the WHA in 2017.”

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

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.

Despite my bipartisan amendment to increase conference access, the legislation still does not adequately promote vigorous competition among teams and conferences and instead preserves the exclusive club of the current Power Four membership…

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.