AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPentagon Religious Codes: The Pentagon revised its streamlined list of recognized religions after Utah Sen. Mike Lee and Sen. John Curtis objected to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints being left off the “Christian” label—now the LDS church is treated differently, and the department says the earlier labeling was “redundant and unnecessary.” Utah Elections: In Utah’s 2nd Congressional District GOP primary, Rep. Blake Moore and challenger Karianne Lisonbee are battling over redistricting and trust, with by-mail ballots already landing ahead of the June 23 vote. Salt Lake City Governance: The Salt Lake City Council filled the District 4 vacancy with Jennifer Napier-Pearce after a tie was broken by a coin toss, following the removal of Eva Lopez Chavez. Immigration Detention Fight: Salt Lake City and the county are suing to stop a planned ICE detention center, and a new Utah advocacy group says it will file its own lawsuit. Public Health: Utah’s measles outbreak is taking a toll, with doctors describing the strain on newborns and families. Federal Oversight: House Democrats plan a closed-door hearing with Bill Gates tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Water & Politics: Colorado River negotiators remain deadlocked, with Arizona warning it could face steep cuts if no deal is reached.
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