AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCDC Vaccine Clash: Acting CDC Director Jay Bhattacharya delayed a March 2026 study in the agency’s top journal that found COVID-19 vaccines cut hospitalization risk by 55% for healthy adults, arguing the study’s test-negative design is flawed—sparking accusations of political interference as CDC scientists defend the method as standard. AI Power Fight: In Pennsylvania and other states, lawmakers are pushing back on utility rate hikes tied to AI-driven electricity demand, arguing residents are paying for soaring profits while regulators approve big upgrades. Tick-Related Allergy Watch: Pennsylvania is expanding tracking for alpha-gal syndrome, a red-meat allergy triggered by lone star tick bites, after hundreds of cases surfaced and New Jersey reported a fatality last year. NJ Transit vs. FIFA: New Jersey is still bracing for World Cup costs after NJ Transit cut proposed fan fares following FIFA complaints. Public Health Tech: FCC plans Auction 114 for new FM stations in 2027, with a filing freeze starting May 11.
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