AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoU.S. Justice Department Shakeup: The Senate narrowly confirmed Trump ally Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote, with Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy casting the deciding ballot after Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski joined Democrats in opposition; the fight centered on Blanche’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents and a controversial “anti-weaponization” plan. Louisiana Politics: Cassidy’s support is already drawing backlash from Democrats and watchdog groups, while the confirmation keeps a close Trump loyalist atop federal law enforcement. Local Law Enforcement: Lafourche Parish deputies responded to a barricaded suspect in Thibodaux, urging the public to avoid the area. State Education Funding Fight: St. Tammany school officials said they’re frustrated with Gov. Jeff Landry’s executive order shifting costs onto districts, as they revise budgets to cover teacher and staff stipends. Democratic Push in New Orleans: Kamala Harris told Louisiana Democrats at a New Orleans gala that the wealth gap is driving economic hardship, framing the election as a fight for voting rights and affordability.
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