AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHeat Disaster in NJ: New Jersey is still tallying the deadly toll from the Fourth of July heatwave and storms, with officials linking at least 29 suspected heat-related deaths to temperatures above 100 degrees—many victims found in homes without air conditioning—while outages left hundreds of thousands without power after damaging winds and flooding. Energy Bills vs. Data Centers: In the same week, New Jersey lawmakers and utility-watchers clashed over what’s driving higher electric bills: a new report points to soaring demand from AI data centers, while Gov. Sherrill signed a law aimed at lowering the impact on customers. Tenant Fight in Camden: Camden City Council rejected a proposed settlement with scrapyard operator EMR, as residents and officials argued for stronger oversight after a May fire and concerns about safety and environmental protection. Religious Freedom in Court: The Little Sisters of the Poor returned to the 3rd Circuit as their long fight over contraception coverage exemptions continues. Consumer Safety Recall: FDA flagged a multi-state recall of Ola-Ola Pounded Yam after undeclared milk (sodium caseinate) was found on some packages, including in New Jersey. Politics & Power: A debate over the future of the NJ GOP highlighted a split between moderation and a sharper conservative message.
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