AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoU.S.-Iraq Withdrawal: The last U.S. forces fighting ISIS in Iraq are set to leave, ending a 12-year mission and shifting the fight to Jordan as Iran’s influence and regional security fears rise. Middle East Tensions: Separate reports say Iran is escalating pressure around U.S. interests, while the U.S. and Iran continue talks with little movement. Economy & Rates: U.S. inflation came in below expectations, but strong consumer spending keeps the door open for another Fed rate hike. Treasury Sanctions: OFAC sanctioned 10 targets tied to the Tren de Aragua fraud network, aimed at cutting off terrorist-linked money flows. AI & Work: Hollywood is leaning into AI-made films fast, but creators argue filmmaking still needs human direction and craft. Energy Costs Politics: Democrats blocked a Senate push tied to electricity costs from data centers, keeping affordability central to the midterms. Environment & Water: A proposed inflatable dam in Glacier National Park faces backlash from tribes and conservationists over wildlife and ecological risks. Trade Court Fight: Small businesses and states challenge Trump’s broad Section 301 forced-labor tariffs in federal court. Local Watch: Gas prices remain volatile in parts of the Midwest and Plains, with several counties reporting week-ending lows.
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