The latest news and top stories on Richard Blumenthal. A Democratic Senator representing Connecticut, he has served since 2011, following a distinguished twenty-year tenure as Connecticut’s Attorney General. His career highlights include leading significant lawsuits against tobacco companies and Microsoft, advocating for consumer protection and championing environmental stewardship. As a senator, he co-spearheads bipartisan legislation for sanctions against Russia, works on veterans’ affairs including the PACT Act, and focuses on gun violence prevention. His expertise spans law, public policy and consumer advocacy.