AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMiddle East Tensions: Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei warned officials to address economic strain and “social cohesion” as U.S. pressure tightens, even as the Strait of Hormuz remains volatile with U.S. Navy escorts continuing to keep oil moving. Diplomacy Watch: U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner returned from talks in Moscow and Kyiv, saying they’re “very encouraged” and that a temporary truce eased strikes on capitals during their visit, but Zelensky warned the war won’t end soon. Elections & Voting: Trump’s push against mail voting is leaving voters confused and local officials scrambling ahead of November, with court rulings shifting guidance. Texas Politics: MAGA Inc. is pouring $10 million into TV and digital ads in the Texas Senate race to boost Ken Paxton against James Talarico. Energy Costs: AAA says Labor Day gas prices hit a record $4.14 average, while the administration’s energy chief said futures suggest prices are “more likely to go down than go up.” Israel-Palestinians: Netanyahu ordered dismantling of unauthorized West Bank settler outposts amid U.S. pressure to curb settler violence.
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