A large crowd in St. Peter’s Square erupted in cheers Thursday, as Pope Francis’ successor was announced to be Pope Leo XIV, the American Robert Prevost. In Connecticut,

She noted the significance of the new pope’s chosen name. “Leo XIII was the father of Catholic Social Teaching – reminding us of the importance of affirming the rights and dignity of workers. I am hopeful Leo XIV will follow in his tradition,” she said.

Parishioners filled the pews of St. Martin De Porres church in New Haven on Sunday for a mass celebrating the election of Pope Leo XIV. Attendees received prayer cards

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong called Trump’s executive order “unconstitutional” and “un-American.”

These people have not [legally] lost their right to vote, but because of logistical barriers, they have in fact lost their right to vote,” the state’s top elections official said.

The bill would require absentee ballot application forms be distributed in correctional facilities, but some say it wouldn't go far enough.