AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoJack Smith Referral: Rep. Jim Jordan says special counsel Jack Smith may have misled Congress in closed testimony about the Trump probe, and he’s referred Smith to DOJ for possible prosecution; Smith’s team denies wrongdoing. Iowa Local Government: Tama County supervisors handled roads work, approved an amended 28E deal for the juvenile detention center, and signed off on multiple contracts and permits. Tama City Council approved the resignation of Police Chief Jason Bina, citing health, and also discussed police staffing and utility items. Public Safety & Infrastructure: Black Hawk County is moving to relocate its outdated road department facility, partnering with Waterloo to evaluate land and hire design services. Local Elections: Reinbeck voters will decide in the Nov. 3 general election on a $4M fire station bond after prior ballot setbacks. State Politics: Iowa’s unemployment stayed at 3.2% in June, with the state adding about 600 jobs. Campaign Trail: Democratic lieutenant governor candidate Dave Muhlbauer defended Rob Sand’s marijuana legalization plan during a visit to a youth addiction treatment facility, drawing concerns about youth exposure. National Policy Watch: Trump’s “ratepayer protection” push would require AI data centers to help pay for power buildout, aiming to prevent higher electricity bills for households.
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