AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoEnergy & Shipping: The Jones Act waiver is reshaping U.S. fuel flows, with waterborne crude and petroleum shipments from the Gulf Coast to the West Coast jumping to record levels in April and staying elevated in May, while Gulf-to-East Coast volumes also hit a new high. Weather & Food Prices: Forecasters say El Niño is strengthening toward a “very strong” event this fall and winter, raising risks for tropical crops tied to soft commodities and adding pressure to already-stressed farmers. Public Health: California’s Ramona Salmonella outbreak has grown to 21 cases, with investigators tracing the strain to raw eggs from Happy Hens used in a local mayonnaise product. Defense & Diplomacy: Trump orders a major reduction in planned joint U.S.-South Korea drills, while Seoul says the exercises will proceed as scheduled amid renewed missile activity. Business & Travel: Jet fuel surcharges are set to rise again for international flights as stalled U.S.-Iran talks push oil prices higher, and travelers report ongoing summer flight delays and cancellations. Local Watch: Wichita’s largest homeless encampment is slated for razing and guarding soon, according to reporting. Sports: Bayonne, NJ opens the Little League World Series Wednesday night in Williamsport. Politics & Security: Russia has placed Conor Kennedy, RFK Jr.’s son, on its wanted list over alleged Ukraine service.
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