AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoFederal Justice Leadership: The U.S. Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote, ending a contentious confirmation fight and setting up a more aggressive DOJ posture for the Trump agenda. South Carolina Crime & Courts: Kershaw County deputies and SLED arrested two men after a Camden-area search seized marijuana, cocaine and crack, plus cash, ammunition and three guns, including a reported stolen firearm. Local Governance: In Chapin, a power struggle over who can hire a town attorney escalated after the council voted to give itself that authority, with the mayor threatening legal action. Food Safety: Federal health officials are investigating a Salmonella outbreak tied to imported Mexican jalapeños, with 345 illnesses reported across 27 states. Energy & Geopolitics: The Senate passed sweeping Russia sanctions legislation championed by the late Lindsey Graham, with major tariff authority now headed to the House. Community & Housing: Hardeeville won a Municipal Achievement Award for an affordable-housing model that helped produce 10 attainable townhouses. Business/Consumer: Buc-ee’s announced a new 74,000-square-foot location in Texas opening Aug. 12, expanding its footprint that already includes South Carolina.
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