AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMail Voting Fight in Court: A federal judge lifted a nationwide block on Trump’s USPS mail-in voting overhaul, clearing the way for new federal mail ballot standards ahead of the 2026 midterms—though more legal challenges are expected. Election Security Push: DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin says states seeking full Homeland Security grant money must run random post-election manual paper ballot counts, warning that foreign-made voting machine parts pose “significant security risks.” Campaign Rules & Transparency: California’s Senate passed a bill to fine influencers/content creators for paid political posts without disclosure, boosting enforcement power for the state’s watchdog. Local Power Shifts: Ontario’s Strong Mayor changes and council downsizing could let a small group steer Niagara-on-the-Lake’s future after the 2026 municipal election. Political Integrity & Permits: Philippines regulators flagged a fake “Permit to Exhibit” tied to a political film, warning cinemas and filmmakers about falsified approvals. Independent Candidates Movement: Joe Manchin and allies are backing an initiative to mentor and fund independent congressional bids as independents outnumber independents in Congress.
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