AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoAuto Trade Warning: As President Trump meets Xi Jinping in Beijing, a new report warns Washington not to “trade away” the U.S. auto industry—arguing China’s EV push would hollow out jobs and leverage. Local Governance: Plymouth Township trustees finally end weeks of deadlock by appointing Kim Gaedeke as clerk in a 5-1 vote, after public infighting and a walkout. Energy Costs: Consumers Energy’s summer peak-rate pricing kicks in June 1, pushing higher electricity costs during on-peak weekday hours. Housing Permitting: Cities are increasingly offering preapproved building plans to speed approvals and cut housing costs—an approach aimed at reducing delays that inflate projects before construction even starts. Business & Community: Amazon expands 30-minute delivery (“Amazon Now”) in select cities, while Greater Lansing gets a foundation repair completion from StayDry®. Sports: The PWHL adds Las Vegas and Hamilton for 2026-27, continuing rapid league expansion.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.