AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPolitics & Voting Rights: Alabama’s redistricting fight is back in motion after the U.S. Supreme Court cleared the way for the state to use its 2023 congressional map, setting up special primaries and fresh protests as Democrats and civil-rights groups argue the move dilutes Black voters. Statehouse & Taxes: State Sen. Arthur Orr says lawmakers are unlikely to pause the gas tax, but he’s pushing for a permanent grocery tax cut after a temporary two-month suspension takes effect. Defense: A House Armed Services grilling followed the Pentagon’s cancellation of a Poland troop rotation, with Republicans demanding answers over why the decision blindsided allies. Sports (Softball): NCAA regional play begins Friday with Alabama as a No. 1 host seed and Georgia opening its Athens Regional against Charleston. Local Life: Birmingham Zoo euthanized longtime giraffe Jalili at age 20; and a boil-water advisory is set for parts of the Carolina Beach Road area starting May 19.
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