AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDefense & Budget: U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told senators the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion so far, including projected costs through Sept. 30, as Democrats push back on Trump’s supplemental funding request. Courts & Health Policy: A D.C. appeals court upheld that 340B drug rebate models can’t be imposed without HHS approval, keeping manufacturers from taking the lead. Immigration Enforcement: DHS says it issued about $84B in civil fines to illegal immigrants under the Trump administration, with collections reported at over $1B. Local Legal Help (VA): An Alexandria law firm urged families to seek early counsel in juvenile cases and warned noncitizens that criminal pleas can trigger deportation. Transportation Safety (VA): The same firm expanded pedestrian and bicycle accident practice after Alexandria’s Vision Zero crash totals. Trade & Tariffs: A new U.S. tariff on Brazil took effect, while Washington readies more duties as Trump’s temporary levies expire. DC Community/Events: Advocates plan a Capitol Hill press conference calling for the release of detained Gaza physician Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya.
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