AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRussia Sanctions & Tariffs: The U.S. House passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, sending it to President Trump. The bill expands sanctions on Russian officials, banks and the “shadow fleet,” and gives Trump authority to impose tariffs up to 100% on the five biggest buyers of Russian oil and gas—potentially putting India and China in the crosshairs. SC Education & Food Service: White House Master Chef Marti Mongiello keynoted South Carolina school nutrition leaders in Columbia, urging “Every Tray. A Promise” and framing school meals as part of the education mission. SC Infrastructure Safety: SCDOT is proposing safety upgrades along a 2.6-mile stretch of Ladson Road after hundreds of crashes and injuries, including pedestrian incidents. Local Development Fight: A judge will consider pausing construction of a nearly $3 billion Spartanburg County data center after residents challenge its approval path. Aviation: JD Power’s North America Airport Satisfaction Study again crowned Minneapolis-St. Paul as the top mega airport, with Charleston leading in its category. Energy/Policy: Gov. Henry McMaster highlighted balancing jobs and education with protecting South Carolina’s scenic lands and wildlife.
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