Congressman Joe Courtney: More Capitol Violence; Debating Infrastructure

Connecticut Public Radio | By Lucy Nalpathanchil,

Matt Dwyer

Published April 7, 2021 at 5:59 AM EDT

Eastern Connecticut Second District Congressman Joe Courtney. File photo.

This hour, we speak with Congressman Joe Courtney for the latest on political maneuvers in Washington, as the president seeks passage of a broad infrastructure bill.

Should there be changes to security at the US Capitol, after another violent incident claimed the life of a capitol police officer?

And we get an update on the future of submarine work at Electric Boat in Groton.

Guests:

Joe Courtney -- US Representative from Eastern Connecticut’s Second Congressional District
Julia Bergman -- Politics reporter for Hearst Connecticut Media

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Lucy Nalpathanchil

Lucy leads Connecticut Public's strategies to deeply connect and build collaborations with community-focused organizations across the state.

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Matt Dwyer

Matt Dwyer is an editor, reporter and midday host for Connecticut Public's news department. He produces local news during All Things Considered.

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