AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoU.S. Senate Shockwave: Sen. Lindsey Graham, a top Trump ally and Iran hawk, died at 71 after a “brief and sudden illness,” leaving his seat and committee work in limbo and triggering a South Carolina replacement fight. Capitol Watch: Congress returns Monday for tributes while confirmation hearings for Trump nominees are still scheduled, and the Senate’s agenda may shift. South Carolina Politics: Gov. Henry McMaster can appoint a temporary replacement, but a special GOP primary is set for Aug. 11, with Rep. Nancy Mace among those weighing a run. Middle East Escalation: The U.S. and Iran traded strikes tied to the Strait of Hormuz after a ship attack, with Iran claiming the strait is closed and Washington disputing it. Immigration Enforcement: DOJ sued Maryland to block a new “sanctuary” law limiting local police cooperation with federal immigration agents. Public Health: Cyclosporiasis is spreading across more than half of U.S. states, with hundreds of cases reported to the CDC and the source still under investigation. Consumer/Health Policy: Arkansas ended SNAP purchases for soda and candy, while the CDC continues to track the outbreak. Economy & Work: Employers say the labor shortage is worsening beyond AI hype, with major gaps expected in healthcare, construction, and skilled trades.
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