AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEnergy & Local Economy: The White House is reportedly in talks with potential investors to restart defunct refineries, including St. Croix’s facility, with discussions involving the EPA over regulatory steps for reopening. Power & Resilience: After Hurricane Irma, the U.S. Virgin Islands has been turning home solar and batteries into a “virtual power plant” to help stabilize the grid faster by linking household storage. Public Safety & Courts: A federal filing tied to acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s Epstein-related statements is in the spotlight ahead of a Senate confirmation vote. Consumer Protection: A coalition of attorneys general is urging the FCC to strengthen “Know Your Customer” rules to curb illegal robocalls and scams. Elections: Former Vice President Kamala Harris endorsed Stacey Plaskett for governor and Milton Potter for lieutenant governor ahead of the Aug. 1 USVI primary. Lottery Buzz: Powerball is up to an estimated $707 million for Saturday after no Wednesday winner; Mega Millions hit $800 million Tuesday with a Florida ticket. Environment: Sargassum continues to disrupt Caribbean beaches, with researchers exploring why blooms persist and how to reduce impacts.
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