AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoWar Powers Showdown: Senate Republicans blocked Democrats’ latest bid to rein in Trump’s Iran war powers, but GOP resistance is visibly cracking—Lisa Murkowski voted against the war for the first time, joining Susan Collins and Rand Paul, as the vote ended 49-50. Middle East Pressure Point: Trump played down China’s role in ending the Iran conflict as Tehran tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, raising the stakes for global oil flows. Inflation Hit: U.S. producer prices jumped 6% year-on-year in April, with energy costs surging, adding fresh pressure for companies to pass costs to consumers. EU Media Rights: The EU Delegation to Jordan said independent journalism is “oxygen of democracy,” while warning that regulation, economics, and digital safety risks still threaten small outlets. U.S.-China Reset: Trump arrived in Beijing for talks with Xi, with both sides trying to preserve last year’s trade deal while also discussing Iran and nuclear issues.
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