AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSEC vs. ISS: The SEC sued proxy adviser Institutional Shareholder Services in federal court over withheld documents tied to proxy voting and ballot-processing operations, escalating pressure on corporate governance gatekeepers. Social Security Funding Fight: With Social Security’s projected shortfall looming, some Republicans are signaling openness to raising taxes—such as adjusting the payroll tax cap—shifting the debate away from benefit cuts alone. Healthcare & Litigation: Hims & Hers investors are being urged to join a securities fraud class action, while Save Our States renewed scrutiny of the 340B program, alleging large hospital systems treat the discounts like a “slush fund” rather than patient support. Labor Day Politics: Philadelphia’s Tri-State Labor Day parade drew union members amid cost worries and anger over efforts to curb collective bargaining, underscoring how labor issues are shaping the midterm conversation. Trade Watch (Canada Tariffs): Canada’s counter-tariffs on $20B of U.S. goods are set to begin, with no new talks scheduled—raising stakes for Pennsylvania and other swing states. Data Centers & Local Politics: A growing backlash continues over data center siting, including concerns about power demand and local tax impacts.
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