27-04-2025
Capitol Report: Budget proposals, intersection of religion and politics
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — This Week on Capitol Report, the panel discusses a new budget proposal from Democrats on the Appropriations committee, which may be more than Gov. Ned Lamont wants to spend. Lawmakers debate the future of taxes in Connecticut.
Plus, the panel will discuss the intersection of religion and politics in the wake of Pope Francis' death.
News 8's political reporter Mike Cerulli on who took home the crown in this years John H. Blair Memorial Capitol Hoops Basketball Tournament.
Finally, the panel discusses a recent study into nip consumption across the state, including New Haven being unofficially named the 'Nip Capital of Connecticut.'
Watch the show in the video above.
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