AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMaine Politics: Sen. Bernie Sanders pushed back on criticism from Sen. John Fetterman over the Platner implosion, telling “Meet the Press” that Fetterman reflects only about 19% of Pennsylvania Democrats and calling him “way out of touch,” while Sanders said he still backs Platner replacement Troy Jackson. Federal Funding Fight: Senate leaders, including Maine’s Susan Collins, unveiled a stopgap to keep the government open through Dec. 11 and temporarily block a White House rule that would let political appointees steer science grant decisions. Public Health: A rare Bourbon virus case has been confirmed in New York, with no vaccine or treatment; it’s spread by lone star ticks. Maine Community & Safety: Rockland police responded to 10 crashes Saturday, including a serious Park Street motorcycle collision; and a fatal Route 90 crash in Warren left one dead and another critically injured. Local Life: Maine was ranked the least happy state in New England in a new report, tied to weaker scores in well-being and community factors. Weather: Monday in Maine looks foggy and rainy, with showers and possible thunderstorms.
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