AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMedicare/Medicaid Fraud: A new KFF poll finds many voters—especially Republicans—blame doctors’ offices and hospitals for fraud, making health-care fraud a top midterm issue. Local Courts: A Dothan-area judge denied a teacher’s request to remove an ankle monitor for an MRI, keeping him under electronic monitoring while facing serious child-related charges. Immigration Detention: Even after Gov. DeSantis said ICE’s “Alligator Alcatraz” closed, litigation continues over claims detainees were denied access to lawyers. Florida Politics: A UNF poll suggests tighter statewide races, with Byron Donalds leading in the governor’s race and Ashley Moody up in the Senate contest. Gubernatorial Eligibility Fight: Lt. Gov. Jay Collins is suing to knock James Fishback off the GOP ballot over Florida residency requirements, with testimony underway. Voting Update: State data shows Democrats have returned more mail ballots than Republicans ahead of Florida’s Aug. 18 primary. Public Safety & Health: Florida now requires EKG screenings for high school athletes, and HCA Florida is urging families to schedule sports physicals early. Weather Prep: Tropical Storm Bertha is forming, with Florida and Texas bracing for heavy rain and gusty winds. Wildlife: A 450-pound distressed sea turtle was rescued in the Lower Keys and taken to The Turtle Hospital for treatment.
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