AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoIran Pressure Strategy: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the U.S. is unlikely to restart major military action against Iran, arguing “maximum economic pressure” could make force unnecessary as Trump escalates penalties for countries doing business with Tehran. Korean Peninsula Diplomacy: South Korea’s ruling party backs Lee Jae Myung’s push for dialogue with North Korea after Ulchi Freedom Shield drills were scaled back; Pyongyang dismisses the move, and Kim Yo Jong attacks Seoul’s “double-dealing” stance. Immigration Enforcement: The U.S. resumes deportations to Haiti after Supreme Court approval ending humanitarian protection, with the first flight landing in Cap-Haïtien amid safety fears and uncertainty over who is on board. Congress & Elections: Aisha Wahab wins California’s special runoff to reclaim Eric Swalwell’s seat, setting up a historic first Afghan-American in Congress; in Minnesota, a new poll shows Democrats leading statewide races. Public Safety & Courts: Federal prosecutors say an Albany woman pledged support to ISIS and discussed bombing the New York State Capitol with undercover agents. Federal Accountability: Records allege an Indiana congressman used taxpayer “franking” funds for a campaign-style commercial. Defense & Foreign Sales: State Department clears a $4.5B KC-46A air refueling deal for Qatar, pending any final order. Data Center Politics: A Michigan congressman seeks to limit federal interference in local data center siting, while Ohio debates show costs may land on ratepayers.
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