AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoElection Battles: A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s emergency bid to set aside 20,000 California ballots, saying it lacked jurisdiction because the trial court hadn’t had enough time to consider the request. In Washington, federal prosecutors allege more than 400 voters cast ballots unlawfully; state officials say the claims risk casting unfounded doubt on the election, and no one has been charged. Cost of Living: The Federal Reserve is expected to hold interest rates steady Wednesday, with investors watching for clues on inflation as high gas and grocery prices shape the final week before the midterms. Consumer Protection: The FTC and 20 states sued Dollar General, alleging years of overcharging customers when register prices exceeded advertised or shelf prices. The retailer operates more than 21,000 stores. Texas Senate Race: Democrat James Talarico is pitching himself as a moderate against Republican Ken Paxton in one of the country’s most closely watched contests, while facing scrutiny over his past progressive positions. Trade: Maine Sen. Susan Collins says the administration will exempt nine categories of Canadian products used by the state’s blueberry, potato, apple and seaweed industries from U.S. tariffs.
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