AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBorder & Civil Liberties: A new NH-focused op-ed warns the federal “100-mile border zone” can feel like a “Constitution-free” area, citing immigration stops in places like Concord and Lebanon and urging residents to remember Fourth Amendment protections still apply. Defense Spending: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced sharp Senate questioning and protests over the U.S. war with Iran, estimating costs at $37.5B so far as Republicans push a $95B supplemental package. AI & Power Demand: MIT Technology Review reports AI firms are moving toward massive “hyperscale” campuses, with some sites needing up to 5 GW of electricity—raising stakes for regional utilities and rates. Energy Costs in NH: Commentary and local coverage tie upcoming electricity rate pressure to broader cost-of-living strain, while gas prices remain a moving target. Housing Supply: A “gentle infill” push highlights building smaller homes on vacant lots as one way to ease NH and regional shortages without triggering maximum zoning backlash. Food Safety: A cyclospora-linked iceberg lettuce recall continues to ripple across 27 states, with guidance stressing which lettuce types are affected and which are generally considered safe. Local Government: Gilford selectboard hearings cover proposed solid-waste “dump fees” and a Breezeline cable franchise renewal. Business & Jobs: Franklin Savings Bank names Joe Todisco as chief retail/customer experience officer, signaling continued retail focus.
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