AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure: Trump pushed back on federal assessments about Iranian cyber threats after Minnesota water-system attacks, while Michigan reported nine additional water systems hit; officials say systems kept operating safely as the FBI investigates. Environmental Risk: With the Strait of Hormuz still clogged by stalled ships, researchers warn biofouling could turn vessels into an invasive-species “super-spreader” once traffic resumes. AI & Energy Policy: A University of Maryland survey finds broad public agreement across parties on how the government should regulate AI, even as data centers face growing pushback over power demand. Maryland Food Access: Prince George’s County nonprofit Brighter Bites says it has shipped 4.2 million pounds of produce and pairs food with nutrition education to build healthier habits. Chesapeake Cleanup & Plastics: Maryland’s wrack and plastic pollution problem is getting renewed attention, with calls to tackle sources via producer responsibility. Health & Behavior: New research highlights how GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may also affect impulse control, puzzling experts.
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