AGP Executive Report
Last update: 1 hours agoMilitary: The Pentagon’s reported U.S. death toll in the Middle East since the Iran war began rose to 21, including two deaths from earlier in the conflict that were not combat-related. Congress and Elections: Federal agents searched Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home in a criminal investigation into alleged immigration fraud she denies, weeks before her reelection bid; the timing raised questions about Justice Department election safeguards. Immigration and Tech: The Trump administration suspended Microsoft and seven other tech firms from sponsoring workers for green cards through the PERM program, but left H-1B visas untouched. Campaign Promises: Trump again pledged $5,000 checks for adult citizens if Republicans win the midterms, though Congress has not approved payments. Public Spending: A federal judge blocked taxpayer-funded administration ads after officials shifted $20 million for them within hours, citing concerns over their use in the midterm campaign. Energy: Trump’s Russian diesel deal faces bipartisan legal criticism, while analysts say the added supply is unlikely to significantly lower prices before Election Day. D.C. Courts: A judge ordered a temporary halt to tree removal at the historic East Potomac golf course, faulting the administration for moving ahead without adequate notice.
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