AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGun Rights vs. Gun Control: The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear challenges to AR-15-style rifle bans, while a federal appeals court upheld Illinois’ assault weapons and high-capacity magazine ban—setting up a likely new national fight over Second Amendment limits. Immigration Enforcement Clash: The U.S. DOJ sued Maryland over its “sanctuary” Community Trust Act, arguing it blocks federal immigration enforcement; Connecticut is among states in similar DOJ litigation. CT Elections & Campaign Cash: The State Elections Enforcement Commission approved a $3.75M public financing grant for Hamden Rep. Josh Elliott as he challenges Gov. Ned Lamont in the Aug. 11 Democratic primary. Homelessness Funding Lawsuit: Connecticut joined a second multistate lawsuit against the Trump administration over HUD changes that could shift $1.3B toward temporary housing and endanger permanent housing programs. Cybersecurity: Connecticut DCF reported a phishing attack that compromised emails from two employee accounts, with state officials coordinating notifications and an active law enforcement investigation. Veterans Housing: Connecticut expanded veterans housing at Rocky Hill’s Patriots Landing, adding townhomes and apartments to increase capacity for single veterans and families.
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