Connecticut Early Childhood: The state’s Early Childhood Education Endowment board approved a $10 million plan to create a new health insurance subsidy for early childhood educators starting in 2027, aiming to keep workers insured and on the job amid the child care crisis. Gun Policy: A federal appeals court struck down New Jersey’s assault-weapons ban as unconstitutional, and the decision tees up another Second Amendment fight that already includes Connecticut’s similar case before the U.S. Supreme Court. Medicare & Doctors: Federal lawmakers advanced Medicare payment changes that would update physician pay and limit certain prior-authorization expansions, while Democrats continue pushing back on additional WISeR model moves. Wind Energy Fight: Arizona AG Kris Mayes joined a coalition challenging a federal freeze on wind project security reviews, arguing the halt violates federal requirements and threatens jobs. Election Integrity Politics: President Trump’s primetime election-security claims—based on newly declassified material about China and voter data—drew fresh backlash and renewed calls for impeachment from critics. Connecticut Consumer Protection: Connecticut’s “Click to Cancel” subscription law is being promoted as a way to stop unwanted charges, with state officials highlighting the new protections for residents. Workforce & AI: Connecticut leaders are redoubling efforts to train workers for an AI-driven economy, including new legislation and reskilling programs. Local Legal/School: West Hartford approved a $20 million settlement in a lawsuit over the death of a kindergartener during recess, with parents alleging supervision failures. State Politics: Sierra Club Connecticut endorsed state Rep. Pat Dillon for reelection in a Democratic primary, setting up a contested race in the 92nd District. Scam Crackdown: New bank scam laws taking effect in 2026 aim to let institutions pause suspicious payments, targeting fraud that often hits seniors.