AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCourts & Elections: A Boston-area federal judge, Indira Talwani, again blocked the USPS from rolling out Trump-backed mail-voting restrictions for the November midterms, saying the plan is likely unlawful and could disenfranchise voters who rely on mail ballots. Criminal Justice: In Plymouth County, a judge declared a mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy case after jurors deadlocked on whether she was criminally responsible, leaving prosecutors to decide whether to retry her. Local Business & Gaming: Springfield sued MGM Resorts and its local operator, alleging the casino fell short on a 2013 host agreement tied to jobs, gaming equipment, and promised redevelopment—while reports swirl about a potential sale. Massachusetts Economy & Energy: The state invested $4.2 million in offshore wind jobs and ocean research. Cannabis: Curaleaf opened a downtown Boston store, reigniting debate over whether social-equity goals are being crowded out by large multi-state operators. Health & Science: Massachusetts researchers advanced AI tools to sort algae for fuel-making, and a Massachusetts hospital saw progress with genetically engineered pig kidney transplants.
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