AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWashington: Democrats’ midterm victories give them control of both chambers of Congress starting Jan. 3, setting up a clash with President Trump over tariffs, immigration and spending. The results have also intensified questions about Trump’s influence over the Republican Party. Iran Tensions: The U.S. says it carried out limited strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island and has launched a task force to disrupt Iranian weapons shipments by land and through the Caspian Sea. U.S. embassies across the region warned Americans that tensions could escalate quickly. Economy: Employers added 165,000 jobs in October, beating forecasts, though inflation continues to strain household budgets. Election Administration: Texas officials acknowledged problems with the state’s voter registration system and plan an independent audit after county election workers reported trouble completing routine tasks. Michigan Utilities: Federal data show Michigan households averaged 671.5 minutes without power in 2025—more than 2.5 times the national average—while state records list over 315,000 water service lines of unknown material.
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