AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMidterm politics & messaging: Trump’s approval has fallen to 37% ahead of the Nov. 3 midterms, and Iowa candidates are increasingly trying to distance themselves from the president—especially on the Iran war and gas/diesel costs—while GOP leaders warn key Senate races could slip. Diesel export fight: A proposed U.S. diesel export ban is roiling farm and energy politics; supporters cite high prices (diesel near $6.50 a gallon) while critics warn it could backfire by tightening supply and raising costs elsewhere. Iowa health pressure: Iowa’s cancer rates are rising in parts of the state, with rural families and hospitals pushing for answers as demand strains limited cancer care capacity. Local business & community: Oelwein’s Edward Jones office earned a Top Workplace honor; and a South Side Drug Store postal kiosk in Ottumwa will stay open after a community petition. Tech & education: Drake University is using customized NSSE reporting to better align student engagement expectations across colleges and majors. Food safety: FDA announced a large sugar recall affecting Iowa consumers due to a potential wheat allergen.
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