AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoProvidence Politics: Democratic socialist David Morales ousted incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley in Providence’s mayoral primary, promising rent caps, school improvements, and tougher stances on immigration enforcement as he heads to the Nov. 3 general election. Statewide Upset: Helena Foulkes defeated Gov. Dan McKee in the Democratic governor primary, a rare incumbent loss that sets up a November showdown. Attorney General Race: Kim Ahern won the Democratic primary for Rhode Island attorney general, moving on to face Republican Alan Gordon. Housing Watch: A Providence rent-stabilization push is back in play after the primary reshuffled City Council seats and supporters gained leverage. Federal Funding Fight: AG Nick Brown and a coalition reached a settlement blocking Trump administration cuts to AmeriCorps, protecting FY 2026 funding for community service programs. Immigration & Courts: DOJ filed final lawsuits challenging in-state tuition and aid for illegal immigrants in Hawaii, D.C., Arkansas, and Utah. Energy Deal: Constellation agreed to acquire Rhode Island’s State Energy Center (RISEC) from Shell for $715 million. Campus & Community: A plane flew a “Brown 4 Israel” banner over Brown University’s opening convocation, organized by local Israel advocacy groups.
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