AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoPrediction Markets Fight: The CFTC sued Kentucky over Kalshi and Polymarket, and says it’s now taken legal action against nine states, including Rhode Island, over state crackdowns—raising the question of who gets to regulate election and sports betting. Elections in Court: A federal judge permanently blocked major parts of Trump’s 2025 election executive order, including proof-of-citizenship requirements; Rhode Island is among the states involved. Public Health (RI): RIDOH and DEM lifted the advisory at Slack Reservoir in Smithfield/Johnston after algae levels dropped and no toxins were detected. Summer Meals (RI): RIDE and RIDOH kicked off Rhode Island’s Summer Food Service Program, offering free meals to kids with no registration or income requirements. Maritime Jobs (RI): REGENT completed its Seaglider Manufacturing Facility in North Kingstown, aiming to serve as a global production hub and create hundreds of jobs. Local Crime (Providence): Police say a man tried to abduct two children near Kennedy Plaza and bit a bystander during the struggle. Business & Health Care (RI): DOJ charged two Rhode Island residents in a sweeping $6.5B health care fraud probe. Sports/Community: Providence and RI sports groups donated to Glasgow Children’s Hospital after the Tartan Army’s visit.
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