AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEnergy & Policy: The Trump administration acknowledged in court filings that it cut DOE energy grants to “blue states” based solely on political identity, hitting New Mexico projects including NMIMT and PNM. Local Economy & Infrastructure: Xcel Energy reported Q2 2026 earnings of $586M ($0.93/share), citing stronger recovery of electric infrastructure investments. Data Centers & Local Politics: Doña Ana County’s Project Jupiter meeting turned chaotic, with scuffles during public comment and renewed scrutiny of the Santa Teresa hyperscale project. Agriculture & Trade: USDA announced phased reopening of southern border cattle ports after the New World screwworm disruption, with New Mexico’s Santa Teresa crossing next if Arizona goes smoothly. Public Safety & Health: NMDOJ launched “Stop. Drop. Verify” to help residents spot scams, including AI-driven fraud. Business & Community Well-Being: The Responsible Gaming Association of New Mexico is offering free RecoverMe access for residents using code NM100. Housing: Sunport Plaza Apartments tenants report weeks/months without working AC, prompting city oversight concerns. Courts: Former UNM lineman Brett Karhu sued the NCAA seeking a fifth year of eligibility after the NCAA’s “five-for-five” rule left him ineligible.
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