AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoData Center Fight: Environmental groups are suing Wisconsin DNR over Port Washington’s $15B Oracle/OpenAI data center, arguing the agency should have required a full environmental impact statement and that diesel generator air permits should be blocked. Transmission Lines: A coalition of Ozaukee/Washington-area residents and landowners also filed a PSC complaint saying American Transmission Company’s proposed lines for the project are incomplete and would cut through “pristine lands.” Religious Rights in Jail: A Janesville woman sued Waukesha County in federal court over being forced to remove her hijab for a booking photo, alleging First Amendment violations and seeking damages and policy changes. Local Law Enforcement: A West Allis officer was charged with felony misconduct in public office after allegations of excessive force during an arrest. Immigration Clash in Milwaukee: DOJ says it won’t comply with Milwaukee’s ordinance banning ICE agents from wearing masks, calling it unconstitutional and demanding assurances it won’t be enforced. State Courts & Elections: Wisconsin Supreme Court rulings backed AG Josh Kaul on settlement spending and continued to shape disputes over voter records and ICE detainers. Governor Appointments: Gov. Evers appointed Amy Forehand as Richland County district attorney. Campaign Watch: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley ended his governor bid, leaving a tighter Democratic field ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.
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