Aimee Berger-Girvalo

Our neighbors in the Danbury community are facing an alarming escalation in ICE activity. Over the past week, reports indicate that hundreds of people have been arrested in broad and indiscriminate enforcement actions, reportedly, the majority of whom have no prior criminal record. It is critical to remember that overstaying a visa is a civil immigration matter -- not a criminal offense -- and it should not be used to portray our neighbors as criminals. These actions are spreading fear through families, workplaces, schools, and neighborhoods—and are deeply upsetting to most.

Great turnout for our webinar last night. Lots of really good information was shared by Dr. Jared Horvath on the impact of screens on our kids’ learning. Catch the full webinar by clicking on the image below.

A reminder that neuroscientist Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, author of “The Digital Delusion” will be joining me, Sen. James Maroney and Rep. Jennifer Leeper for a conversation on the impact of classroom technology on our kids’ learning. 

I am heartbroken by the tragic loss of Max Fehring, and my thoughts are with his family, friends, classmates, teachers, and everyone whose lives he touched, during this incredibly difficult time.

Yesterday, I moderated a very productive and encouraging meeting focused on road safety along the Route 7 corridor shared by Ridgefield and Danbury.

I have formally requested an immediate joint meeting among the municipal leadership of Ridgefield and Danbury, personnel from the Western Connecticut Council of Governments (WestCOG), the Commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Transportation (ConnDOT), and all relevant Department of Transportation staff to address urgent safety concerns along Route 7.

Small businesses are the backbone of Connecticut's economy. They create jobs, strengthen our communities, and bring new ideas and opportunities to every corner of our state.

As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary, we should be preparing to celebrate the enduring promise of American democracy — yet, this moment feels complicated.