AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFISA Fight: Congress failed to extend the foreign surveillance tool known as Section 702, setting up a likely lapse as lawmakers clash over President Trump’s acting intelligence pick, Bill Pulte, and a new permanent nomination, Jay Clayton. Connecticut Crime: The FBI launched “Operation Summer Heat” in New Haven, aiming to curb violent crime through summer enforcement and local tips through Sept. 20. Rent Pricing Legal Battle: A federal judge is set to weigh whether New York’s ban on algorithmic rent-setting is protected speech—an outcome that could ripple to states including Connecticut. AI Data Center Pushback: Lawmakers are trying to restrict AI data centers, but bills stall as tech firms and split GOP support slow progress. Connecticut Courts: The CT Supreme Court sided with tenants in a Fair Rent Commission case, a reminder that housing rules can still swing in state court. Local Business/Tech: License plate readers are being used in some Connecticut retail parking lots, raising privacy questions. Connecticut Travel/Traffic: Route 8 reopened in Naugatuck after a rollover crash. Connecticut Markets: A securities fraud class action was filed in federal court in Connecticut against GeneDx Holdings (WGS), with an Aug. 3, 2026 lead-plaintiff deadline.
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