AGP Executive Report
Last update: 36 minutes agoDiesel Prices & Midterms: Diesel is hitting record levels as the Middle East conflict drags on, with Republicans in Iowa and beyond weighing export limits while warning a “blanket ban” won’t happen. Courts & Free Press: A federal judge heard arguments but didn’t rule yet on Trump’s ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House grounds, questioning whether the administration met due-process duties. Iowa Politics & Media: An Iowa judge dismissed Trump’s lawsuit against the Des Moines Register and pollster J. Ann Selzer over 2024 poll coverage, saying the First Amendment protection is too strong to stretch Iowa fraud law. Local Law Enforcement: A Van Buren County deputy faces an excessive-force lawsuit after an alleged takedown left a man with severe head injuries. Iowa National Guard: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte visited the Iowa National Guard, spotlighting the state’s partnership with Kosovo. Business Spotlight: Main Street Iowa named five finalists for its Open 4 Business pitch contest, with up to $25,000 available. Sports (Iowa): Iowa and Michigan open Big Ten football play Saturday with Iowa’s defense leading the matchup; UNI golf and volleyball results also rolled in.
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