Matt Birong
Coverage of Matt Birong in the Nexus archive.
- Vermont must pass the Defend the Guard Act
The Defend the Guard Act (H.355) aims to require Vermont's governor to ensure National Guard combat call-ups comply with the Constitution’s war authorization requirement. The bill opposes President Donald Trump’s deployment of Vermont National Guard members to Venezuela and Iran without congressional approval. A Vergennes resident criticizes Rep. Matt Birong for not supporting the bill and urges his replacement to advocate for it.
- Musical chairs: Many Vermont House and Senate leaders won’t seek reelection
Leadership in the Vermont Legislature will change significantly next year as over 30 House members and three senators, including key committee chairs, are not seeking reelection. This turnover, described as higher than historical averages, will reshape the 2027 legislative session.