AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFederal Policy: The Trump administration directed HHS to stop funding gender-transition procedures for people under 18 at federally funded hospitals and medical schools, effective immediately, reversing a prior federal nondiscrimination rule that was challenged in court by a Mississippi pediatric clinic. Courts & Privacy: A Mississippi federal judge ruled “tower dump” warrants per se unconstitutional under the Fourth Amendment, striking down a cell-tower data technique used in a gang investigation. Mississippi Politics & Courts: A municipal judge appointment in Benoit—Assma Ali, a hijab-wearing Muslim attorney—has triggered misinformation and backlash, with calls for removal tied to her faith. Public Safety: Jackson police are not releasing details in the death of Tasia Fortune, found hanging from a tree, as a federal probe is requested by a local councilman. Disaster Relief: SBA low-interest disaster loans are open for Mississippi residents and businesses hit by tropical storm Arthur, including Hancock, Harrison, Pearl River and Stone counties. State Government & Education: House Speaker Jason White says MUW and Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science specialty-school plans remain “on the table” pending recommendations from a select committee.
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