AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDOJ Confirmation: The U.S. Senate confirmed Trump ally Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote, with Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Maine Sen. Susan Collins joining Democrats in opposition; the fight reignited questions about DOJ independence after Blanche’s close ties to Trump. Cassidy’s Close Call: Sen. Bill Cassidy said his deciding “yes” came after an intense 48 hours and that the IRS settlement tied to Trump’s tax immunity nearly pushed him to vote no. Alaska Elections Money: Elon Musk backed a push to repeal Alaska’s ranked-choice voting, open primaries, and parts of campaign finance law—an outside megadonor infusion aimed at reshaping the state’s November ballot. Head Start Deregulation: Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she’s monitoring Trump administration moves to roll back Head Start rules, after HHS proposed major cuts to standards meant to protect kids. Fisheries & Policy: An Alaska-focused opinion argues fisheries are becoming a political battleground as industrial fishing pressures and depleted stocks collide with campaign rhetoric. Local Governance: Fairbanks-area trails leaders are calling for clearer rules on commercial use of borough trails after a prolonged, sometimes opaque process. Energy Prices: GasBuddy reports Denali Borough’s lowest premium gas hit $5.15 in the week ending Aug. 1.
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