AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoImmigration & Courts: A federal judge in Boston struck down President Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it an unauthorized tax and a major blow to the administration’s immigration agenda, with the White House signaling it will appeal. Statehouse Watch: Gov. Maura Healey signed a bill letting Massachusetts bars extend “last call” an hour past license limits this summer, with alcohol “consumption districts” allowed through July 31—aimed at boosting business during World Cup and MA250 events. Massachusetts Politics: In the open 6th Congressional District race, Democrats are leaning hard on union endorsements; state Rep. Tram Nguyen announced an SEIU State Council endorsement. Economy & Energy: A Federal Reserve Bank of Boston study finds oil price shocks are hitting inflation less than in the 1970s and that employment effects have largely faded. Public Safety & Events: Boston and Massachusetts are continuing to ramp up security and planning for major summer events, including World Cup-related preparations. Sports & Culture: Netflix released a Norway World Cup documentary timed to the tournament kickoff. Remembering: American Revolution scholar Gordon S. Wood, a Brown professor emeritus, died at 92 after being struck by a car in Rhode Island.
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