AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEnergy & Cost of Living: Americans are heading into Labor Day with record-high gasoline prices, with the national average projected to hit about $4.03 a gallon—an all-time high for this late in the year—fueling fresh political pressure as midterm campaigns ramp up. Federal Workforce & Conservation: A new report says staffing at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has fallen sharply during Trump’s second term, including major drops across the West and in Wyoming’s home region, raising concerns about enforcement and species protection capacity. Local Governance & Data Centers: Fremont County commissioners are weighing how much authority they should have over data-center development after residents raised concerns about water use, noise, and impacts—while Cheyenne officials continue navigating data-center proposals and annexation questions. Wyoming Politics & Elections: Wyoming’s Freedom Caucus lost its House majority after August primaries, with reporting pointing to heavy backing from donor networks, business groups, and PACs that helped defeat Trump-endorsed and Freedom Caucus-aligned candidates. State Policy & Infrastructure: Wyoming’s property-tax reform debate continues as lawmakers adjust course amid shifting support, with local ballot discussions also moving forward. Border War Sports: Wyoming opens its season against Colorado State in the 118th Border War, with new CSU coach Jim Mora making his debut.
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