AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoForeign Aid Oversight: ProPublica reports Trump administration officials are largely ignoring Congress’s foreign-aid orders after lawmakers blocked an attempt to shut down USAID, with delays and “unallocated” humanitarian funds raising legal questions. Gun Litigation Shield: A new federal bill, the SHOT Act, would strengthen protections for firearm makers against “public nuisance” lawsuits in states that have relied on vague liability standards. Invasive Species Watch: Hawaii’s agriculture officials are responding to new reports of stinging nettle caterpillars, including on windward Oʻahu and Maui, using parasitoid wasps to curb the pest. Defense Funding: The Pentagon is seeking about $80 billion for the Iran war effort as lawmakers question the administration’s plan and broader Pentagon budget increases. Local Accountability: Honolulu’s Dexter Kishida faces felony charges tied to an alleged $800,000 Hawaii Foodbank fraud scheme involving CARES Act reimbursement claims. State Economy: DBEDT says Hawaiʻi’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate rose to 2.5% in May, with jobs up year over year. Housing & Campaigns: Civil Beat candidate Q&As for State House District 26 spotlight housing costs, affordability, and ethics or fiscal analysis proposals. Health & Research: UH researchers are building a clean seed pipeline for heritage ʻuala sweet potatoes to protect the local industry from viruses. Community Events: Honolulu’s Office of Economic Revitalization is hosting a free Kalihi career and resource event to connect residents with employers and workforce services.
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