AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoImmigration & Public Safety: DHS says Essex County’s new sanctuary-style policy will “release criminals” by refusing ICE detainers, a move Gov. Sherrill calls nonsensical amid ongoing fights over ICE detention plans. ICE Detention Fight in NJ: Roxbury’s stalled warehouse conversion remains tied up in court, and Sherrill says the federal reversal doesn’t change the legal halt. Data Centers & Local Control: Neptune Township voted to ban both data centers and ICE detention facilities, joining a growing wave of NJ towns pushing back on big projects. Nuclear Power Push: Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed the “Power New Jersey Act” to speed new nuclear competition, aiming to protect ratepayers as demand rises. Antitrust in Hollywood: New Jersey joined a 12-state lawsuit to block Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery takeover, arguing it would “extinguish competition” and raise costs. Health & Seniors: A Rutgers-linked study says compulsive smartphone use can raise depression risk for older adults. Sports & NJ Events: World Cup final watch parties are gearing up around MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Lottery: Powerball climbed to $478M, with a NJ player winning $1M in the last draw. Local Crime: A Point Pleasant Beach woman was arrested after police say she assaulted a child over patriotic sweatpants. Business/Infrastructure: EMR resumed operations at its Camden recycling plant after a fire, with new fire-safety steps.
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