Joe Courtney
Democrat · CT-2 · U.S. House
Bio
Joseph David Courtney is an American lawyer and politician serving as the U.S. representative for Connecticut's 2nd congressional district since 2007. His district encompasses most of the eastern third of the state, including Norwich and New London. A member of the Democratic Party, Courtney served as the Connecticut state representative for the 56th district from 1987 to 1995 and Vernon town attorney from 2003 until 2006.
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US stops Poland troop deployment after Germany pullout orderBoth Democratic and Republican lawmakers in the US have criticized the Trump administration's plans to cancel a troop deployment to Poland. It came after Trump ordered the pullout of 5,000 troops from Germany. The Pentagon said it is halting the deployment of…
DW (English) · May 15, 2026
After review, Pentagon confirms submarine sales to AustraliaWashington, United States (AFP) Dec 5, 2025 - The Pentagon said Monday it has endorsed the tripartite AUKUS security pact with the United Kingdom and Australia, which would involve Canberra's acquisition of at least three Virginia-class nuclear submarines w…
Spacewar.com · December 16, 2025
‘You gotta fight’: Dems declare midterms battle has begunWASHINGTON — Congressional Republicans are breathing sighs of relief after passing President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Democrats aren’t going to let them relax for long, though. “Are you celebrating?” Raw Story asked Rep. Carlos Gimenez (R-FL).…
Raw Story · July 3, 2025
Here’s How Much Trump’s “Free” Qatar Private Jet Will Cost AmericansThere’s no such thing as a free plane. Donald Trump has claimed that he is receiving a “free, very expensive plane” from the Qatari royal family—but while it may be free to him, it will be very expensive to the American taxpayer, according to Politico. The …
The New Republic · May 13, 2025
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