AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoU.S. Attorney Shakeup: Darin Smith was confirmed as Wyoming’s U.S. attorney by a 46-43 Senate vote, despite a last-week fight over his conduct—three federal judges dismissed nine felony indictments tied to his grand jury work, calling the process misconduct-tainted and raising claims of an “institutional cover-up.” Crypto & Banking Push: Trump’s new executive order directs regulators to review rules that block crypto and fintech from partnering with banks, including whether special-purpose depository institutions could get Federal Reserve master accounts—an issue Wyoming watchers are already tracking. Airport Security Overhaul: TSA is rolling out “Gold+,” aiming to expand private screening at more airports and use tech to cut waits, with an industry day planned. Wyoming Education Dollars: Teton County schools approved a major 2026-27 pay package, including nearly $20K higher starting pay for bachelor’s-degree teachers, alongside higher health insurance costs. Local Politics & Filing Frenzy: Wyoming’s candidate filing period is underway, with early reports of 100+ filings statewide.
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