Richard Blumenthal
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Richard Blumenthal is an American lawyer and politician serving as the senior United States senator from Connecticut since 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, Blumenthal has focused on issues such as consumer protection, healthcare, and veterans' affairs during his tenure. He previously served as the Attorney General of Connecticut from 1991 to 2011, where he gained recognition for his advocacy on behalf of consumers and his efforts to hold corporations accountable. Blumenthal has been an active voice in the Senate, participating in various committees and addressing key national issues.
This $14.6 million federal investment will transform a dangerous intersection into a safer, more welcoming, and efficient gateway for everyone who uses it while strengthening access to CTfastrak and supporting economic growth.
By prioritizing quantum technology ecosystems and developments, this bill advances both Connecticut’s technological advancements and defense workforce.
I'm in favor of eliminating the filibuster for specific measures, not across the board.
Republicans are eager to rebrand you as a villain in order to extract from their own failure to protect Americans from soaring healthcare costs...
Trump’s for it. I think the speaker will be for it. It’s a pretty simple equation.
This historic $1.6 billion project will deliver faster and more reliable rail service for the thousands of people who use the New Haven line every day.
As an emerging national leader in quantum innovation, Connecticut deserves support in this bill to promote new technology and prepare localized training.
This historic $1.6 billion project will deliver faster and more reliable rail service for the thousands of people who use the New Haven line every day,” Senator Richard Blumenthal said. “With improved speeds, modernized stations and…
This $52.9 million in federal aid provides long overdue and much needed relief to the Connecticut farmers impacted by 2023 and 2024’s devastating storms.
Social Security is a promise that must be kept. The Trump Administration’s threats to Social Security and skyrocketing costs require common sense steps to expand benefits and ensure financial stability.
Implementing term limits would make the Court more representative of America, and preserve an institution that is increasingly influenced by toxic politics and partisan obstruction.
We urge you to honor that commitment by abandoning these proposals and to further reject any legislation that would permanently cut off these benefits to veterans.
We urge you to listen to the growing opposition from veterans and publicly commit to addressing their concerns.
We will use that subpoena power if we are fortunate enough to have it next year.