AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoD.C. Ticketing Crackdown: The D.C. Council passed a resale law capping live entertainment ticket resale at 10% above face value, aiming to curb inflated prices and scammers. National Security/Trade: Sen. Tammy Duckworth warned China could favor an economic blockade of Taiwan in 2028, potentially using “maritime safety” rules to control shipping through the strait. Food Safety: Taylor Farms expanded a voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce shipped to 27 states after a potential link to the cyclospora outbreak; health officials previously flagged Taco Bell-linked cases. Energy Markets: Oil traders say the market is running on fumes as geopolitical risk around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz tightens supply, with emergency buffers largely depleted. Local Infrastructure: A D.C. Council chair proposed a $620M bill for a new roof and expansion of Audi Field, tying public spending to major venue upgrades. Business & Markets: ELEKTROS Inc. reiterated its EV-charging growth plans, while U.S. markets pushed to record highs amid “dot-com” style optimism.
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