AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoProvidence Politics: Democratic socialist David Morales unseated incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley in the Providence primary, a first-ever loss for a sitting Providence mayor in a primary, with Morales promising rent caps, school improvements, and tougher stances on immigration enforcement. Statehouse Shake-Up: Former CVS executive Helena Foulkes defeated Gov. Dan McKee in the Democratic governor primary, setting up a November rematch against GOP nominee Aaron Guckian while Elaine Pelino filed for a recount. Attorney General Race: Kim Ahern won the Democratic primary for Rhode Island attorney general, facing Republican Alan Gordon in November. AmeriCorps Fight: AG Nick Brown and a coalition reached a settlement blocking the Trump administration from dismantling AmeriCorps again without warning, protecting FY26-27 funding. Election Integrity/Records: The Justice Department ordered more than two dozen states to preserve 2024 election records as it seeks detailed voter data despite court losses. Housing Policy: Providence’s rent stabilization push is back in the spotlight after the primary reshuffled City Council seats and could revive a 4% annual cap proposal. Federal/Local Voting Access: Federal monitors found no significant problems at Pawtucket polling places after past Spanish-language access issues. Campaign Clash: Rep. Seth Magaziner escalated attacks on GOP CD2 nominee Vic Mellor over Jan. 6 participation, drawing responses from Capitol officers who defended the riot-era certification.
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