AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoData Center Clash: President Trump called Texas’ opposition to data centers a “mistake,” as Gov. Greg Abbott’s office pushes a new audit-and-standards push for grid and water impacts. Back-to-School Savings: Texas’ tax-free weekend is underway Aug. 7-9, with many school supplies, clothing, footwear and backpacks exempt when items are under $100. Houston Weather: Deep Gulf moisture keeps scattered showers and thunderstorms in the forecast through the weekend, with brief heavy rain and lightning possible. Consumer Protection: U.S. Customs seized nearly $4M in counterfeit goods at Houston’s airport, including fake MLB, Nike, Louis Vuitton and Cartier items. Labor Enforcement: A San Antonio bakery chain was fined $25K for child labor and back-wage violations after a federal investigation. Courts & Sports: A Texas judge dismissed James Harden’s misdemeanor gun charge after he completed an alternative resolution program. Health & Family: A 2-year-old at the center of a Texas brain-death dispute was taken off life support and died, family says. Local Crime/Scams: Floresville tied for 88th among Texas cities for June scam reports, with losses totaling $1,870. Texas Football: Texas OL Cole Hutson returns after a judge granted him a fifth year of eligibility. Business/Jobs: SpaceX and Tesla unveiled the $16.8B “Terafab” AI chip factory plan in Texas, targeting thousands of jobs.
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