AGP Executive Report
Last update: 25 minutes agoJustice Department Shake-Up: The U.S. Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote early Saturday, with Alaska’s Lisa Murkowski and Susan Collins voting no; Democrats all opposed, and the fight centered on concerns about DOJ independence and a controversial Trump-linked settlement. Alaska Politics Ahead of the Primary: With Alaska’s Aug. 18 primary near, voters are weighing a crowded governor field and election rules, including Ballot Measure 1 that would restore campaign contribution limits. Aviation Safety: The FAA ordered inspections for hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets after crack concerns, with rules starting Sept. 10 covering 471 planes. Cold-Weather Energy: Samsung teamed with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge lab to develop heat-pump tech aimed at reliable heating and hot water below -30°C. Anchorage & Alaska Community: Anchorage-area gas prices hit lows in the latest weekly reports, while local coverage also highlighted a PFAS/AFFF firefighting legacy issue and a new UAF contract worth $499 million for nuclear monitoring. Skywatching: A solar eclipse on Aug. 12 will bring a partial view across Alaska, with safety gear needed.
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