AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLouisiana Politics: Sen. Bill Cassidy’s Louisiana GOP primary ended in a stunning loss, clearing the way for a runoff between Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming—another sign the party’s power is shifting toward Trump loyalists. Courts & Reproductive Rights: The U.S. Supreme Court put the brakes on a New Orleans-based appeals court, preserving access to the abortion pill mifepristone by telehealth and mail while lawsuits continue—highlighting how far the 5th Circuit has been willing to go. Public Safety & Health: Louisiana’s Department of Health is pushing the 988 mental health helpline during awareness month, urging residents to call for help 24/7. Tech & National Security: The FBI is offering a $200,000 reward tied to an alleged Air Force intelligence specialist accused of espionage for Iran. Local Life: LSU’s Shaquille O’Neal added a master’s degree during commencement, while New Orleans’ historic preservation awards recognized 19 restoration projects.
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