AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMaryland Politics & Governance: Maryland’s State Board of Canvassers certified last month’s primary results, with risk-limiting audits used statewide for the first time; the open 5th District House seat goes to Del. Adrian Boafo, setting up a Nov. 3 matchup with GOP Chris Chaffee. Energy & Utilities: Maryland lawmakers and advocates pressed the federal grid regulator over PJM’s governance, arguing the system favors market participants over ratepayers and calling for more transparency and affordability. Immigration & Public Safety: A Baltimore Jewish coalition protested ICE enforcement actions outside a downtown federal building, saying raids and detentions are harming families and communities. Courts & Accountability: A judge ordered Top Chef host Eric Adjepong to stay away from his 7-year-old daughter after abuse allegations, while Maryland-related litigation continues to challenge federal counterterrorism funding conditions. Economy & Jobs: A new analysis highlights Maryland’s “volatility premium,” with output holding up even as the state lost 49,300 jobs (including 31,100 federal). Local Notes: Maryland’s EBT system is rolling out “tap and go” upgrades to curb benefit theft; and Maryland County officials are moving to close data center zoning gaps.
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