AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoIllinois Politics & Economy: Gov. JB Pritzker hit the Dallas midterm convention circuit, arguing Republicans are “clinically deranged” and out of touch while focusing on how tariffs and election administration are squeezing Texans and consumers. Higher Ed: New University of Illinois enrollment figures show growth driven by more online graduate students and shifting international recruitment, even as international undergrad and grad enrollment softened. Chicago Budget Watch: Ald. Daniel La Spata questioned the city’s 2027 budget forecast, saying the document reads like a narrative that lowers expectations, especially around projected settlement costs. AI Oversight: Pritzker renewed calls for AI safety after an Anthropic researcher’s resignation, urging Congress and Washington to act as whistleblowers raise existential concerns. Workplace Privacy: A new employer-focused guide warns that smart glasses can quietly capture audio, video, and data—pushing companies toward risk-based, technology-neutral rules. Business & Industry: Motorola Solutions approved a $2B boost to its share repurchase plan; Omnicom Advertising named Andrew Robertson CEO as Troy Ruhanen retires. Sports: The Fire drew a franchise-record crowd for a 1-1 tie with Inter Miami, with Lewandowski scoring.
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