For months, Republicans and Democrats have clashed over the national debt limit. But over the weekend, President Joe Biden and House Republicans reached a deal. Now, it goes to both the House and Senate before the June 5th deadline. This hour, we break down what debt negotiations in Washington D.C. mean up here in Connecticut.

Plus, according to a new report, Connecticut has aggressive probation practices. We’ll explain what that means for residents of the state. We'll also look at efforts to curtail the state’s Freedom of Information Act.

GUESTS:

• Lisa Hagen: Federal Policy Reporter, Connecticut Public and CT Mirror
• Alex Putterman: Reporter, CT Insider and Hearst Connecticut Media
• Mark Pazniokas: Capitol Bureau Chief, CT Mirror
• Seth Stern: Director of Advocacy, Freedom of the Press Foundation

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