AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoTariff Lawsuit Hits Rhode Island: A coalition of 25 states, including Rhode Island, sued the Trump administration in the U.S. Court of International Trade over new Section 301 tariffs on 60 trading partners, arguing the forced-labor rationale is a pretext to recreate duties courts already struck down and that the costs will land on families and businesses. Privacy Fight Over TANF Data: Mostly Democratic states, including Rhode Island, challenged a federal rule that would let agencies access sensitive personal information (like Social Security numbers and immigration status) for people receiving cash benefits under TANF, calling it unconstitutional overreach. Brown University Leadership Shakeup: Brown President Christina Paxson announced she will step down after the 2026–27 academic year, citing the need for a smooth transition amid clashes over federal funding. Local Criminal Justice Access: Sen. Dawn Euer and the Rhode Island Public Defender’s Office will host an Aug. 5 expungement clinic and resource fair in Newport. Wealth Firm Expansion in RI: AlphaCore Wealth Advisory acquired Brave Family Advisors, adding staff and expanding to Tiverton, Rhode Island. Surveillance Cameras Debate: Cranston’s Flock Safety program is drawing renewed scrutiny as Rhode Island weighs public-safety benefits against surveillance concerns. Healthcare Data Breach Alert: Lifespan Physicians Group faces investigation after a breach exposed data for at least 290,000 patients tied to Rhode Island-based Brown Health Medical Group-MA.
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