AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoMiddle East Escalation: The U.S. launched new airstrikes against Iran, and Tehran retaliated with missile and drone attacks hitting U.S. bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, with sirens reported across the region and fresh fears the fragile ceasefire is collapsing. Election Security Push: DHS/FEMA is tying over $1 billion in homeland security grant money to “common-sense” election protections, demanding states shift away from certain electronic voting setups before receiving funds. Politics at the Voting Admin: Trump removed all members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, leaving it unable to act as the 2026 cycle ramps up. Housing Law: A major bipartisan housing bill became law, but experts warn affordability gains may be limited. D.C. Bottle Bill Fight: A tense public roundtable reignited debate over D.C.’s proposed 10-cent deposits for bottles and cans. Jan. 6 Legal Setback: A federal judge dismissed the seditious conspiracy case against Proud Boys members, undoing a key Biden-era win. Retirement Watch: Coverage highlights Medicare changes for 2026 and expectations for Social Security COLA. AI Power Demand: Renewable-energy advocates push back as data centers surge, arguing fossil-fuel growth is outpacing clean buildout.
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