AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPolitics: Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs picked former Mesa mayor John Giles as her running mate, aiming to build a bipartisan ticket for a tough reelection fight. Healthcare Costs: A Mayo Clinic patient says he was forced into a $5,000 pre-service deposit after being reclassified as “self-pay,” highlighting a growing push for upfront payments. Elections & Voters: A new Arizona Voters’ Agenda report spotlights issues where majorities agree across party lines, setting the tone for the 2026 campaign. Public Safety & Courts: The 9th Circuit ruled Jack Daniel’s can’t block a parody “Bad Spaniels” dog toy, clearing the way for the product to return to market. Sports (Phoenix): The Phoenix Mercury snapped a skid, beating the Los Angeles Sparks 94-87 behind rookie Noemie Brochant’s career-high 24 points. Weather: Monsoon storms hit the Phoenix area, bringing power outages and hail. Immigration: Humane Borders reported 19 migrant deaths in Arizona in July, the highest monthly toll in two years.
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