AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMaine Senate Shake-Up: Graham Platner suspended his U.S. Senate campaign after a sexual assault allegation; he denies wrongdoing, but the move forces Democrats to scramble over how to pick a replacement to challenge Sen. Susan Collins. Party Power Struggle: Reports say the Maine Democratic Party and the DSCC are fighting over who controls the replacement process, with a first-of-its-kind state convention planned. Vermont Politics & People: Vermont Mutual named Sarah Jarvis as vice president and chief administrative officer, and Joe Gunter was hired as Newport’s new city manager. Public Safety & Courts: A Chittenden County state’s attorney forum pitted incumbent Sarah George against challenger Bram Kranichfeld, with public safety and the drug crisis front and center. Flood Relief Hearings: Sen. Peter Welch and Rep. Becca Balint heard testimony from 2023-2024 flood victims in Barre about FEMA delays and housing needs. Environment & Infrastructure: Gov. Phil Scott proclaimed July as Lakes Appreciation Month, highlighting lake protection tools like the Shoreland Protection Act and Lake Wise. Consumer Protection: AG Anthony G. Brown announced a $45 million multistate settlement with Block over Cash App fraud and deceptive practices. Local School Debate: Champlain Valley School District moved toward negotiating a donated artificial-turf field deal after a contentious public fight.
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