Fusion Energy Push (CA): Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Sen. Jerry McNerney’s SB 925 to speed California’s fusion development, directing the California Energy Commission to map research, sites, and licensing for future fusion plants. Streaming Shake-Up (US): Paramount named HBO veteran Casey Bloys to lead streaming content as the Paramount+ and HBO Max businesses move toward consolidation. PBM Reform Watch (State policy): A new look at 2026 state pharmacy benefit manager laws highlights reporting rules, rebate pass-through limits, and stronger enforcement—plus how they fit with federal transparency requirements. Florida Cost-of-Living Fight: Florida’s $15 minimum wage begins for about 1.29 million workers, but critics say it still falls short of a “livable” wage. Housing Grade (FL): Miami received a failing grade on a new metro report card for construction and affordability, while other Florida metros scored better. Iraq Withdrawal (US): The U.S. completed its full troop withdrawal from Iraq after more than two decades, ending the anti-ISIS mission. Court Limits Trump Admin (Rights): A federal court rejected key Trump administration arguments for keeping an OLC memo secret in the boat-strike campaign case. Alabama Crime Messaging (AL): GOP gubernatorial nominee Tommy Tuberville doubled down on “National Guard on day one” rhetoric in a new ad targeting major Alabama cities. Defense Manufacturing (TX): Gov. Greg Abbott broke ground on Saronic’s Port Alpha shipyard in Brownsville, touting thousands of jobs and major economic impact. Surgeon General Step (US): The Senate health committee advanced Dr. Nicole Saphier’s surgeon general nomination after a vaccine-focused grilling.