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Last update: 6 hours agoDemocratic shake-up in CT-1: Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin beat 14-term Rep. John Larson for the Democratic endorsement on the second ballot Monday night, setting up an August primary after delegates flipped from Larson’s early lead. Labor power move: Gov. Ned Lamont signed a major 124-page labor bill Monday, giving unions a fresh platform heading into the Democratic convention. Campaign trouble in New Britain: Republican gubernatorial frontrunner Erin Stewart is facing fresh scrutiny over reports that her city purchasing card included personal purchases delivered to her home. AI and homeschooling fallout: Connecticut lawmakers passed an AI law (SB 5) and also advanced a homeschooling restriction bill now headed to the governor—homeschool advocates warn it could let broad “neglect” claims block families. National policy pressure: Trump again floated suspending the federal gas tax as prices stay high, but Congress would have to act. Community life: Norwich unveiled a Lafayette Trail plaque for the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1824 visit, while UConn wrapped multiple commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2026.
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