AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMaine Senate Shake-Up: Democrats’ support for Graham Platner collapsed after a Politico report alleging he sexually assaulted a former date in 2021; Platner denies it and says he’s “taking the time to reflect,” while top party figures and lawmakers urge him to withdraw so the DSCC won’t keep spending to beat Susan Collins. Health Care Funding: Planned Parenthood and some regional providers resumed Medicaid billing for non-abortion services after a one-year defunding provision expired, a move tied to clinic closures and fewer screenings during the cut. Consumer & Food Markets: Minnesota and DOJ reached a settlement over alleged egg price collusion that could deliver 53 million eggs to food banks and $3.3M in remedies; separate ALDI kimchi/touf kimbap was recalled in Maine and many other states due to undeclared fish. Local Economy & Growth: Farmington’s Sandy River Bridge project won a $1M grant toward a 2027 bid; Carrabassett Valley’s workforce housing effort received $1M for up to 14 rental units. Small Business: Fort Kent’s 96 Market added a drive-thru for The Doghouse Kitchen, reflecting demand for quick, independent lunch options.
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