AGP Executive Report
Last update: 20 hours agoVoting Rights Act Fallout: The U.S. Supreme Court struck down Louisiana’s 2024 congressional map in Louisiana v. Callais, nullifying SB 8’s majority-Black districts and raising big questions about how race and minority voting power will be handled going forward. State Courts: Louisiana’s Supreme Court reversed a judge’s recusal in the Madison Brooks rape case and ordered the judge back on the bench, escalating a legal fight over impartiality. Public Safety & Courts: Louisiana State Police are investigating an inmate death at the Morgan City Police Department, with no foul play suspected at this stage. Hazing Law: Gov. Jeff Landry signed the Caleb Wilson Hazing Prevention Act, requiring anti-hazing training and reporting for schools that receive state funds. Weather & Storm Prep: Hurricane season starts June 1, and New Orleans families are already preparing, with heat and humidity sticking around and storm chances returning. Consumer Watch: Louisiana passed a law targeting “convenience fees” on debit card purchases, giving the AG enforcement power. Local Justice: Shreveport police announced a major arrest in a child assault case, citing DNA that led to charges. Sail 250: New Orleans kicked off Sail 250 with thousands of sailors and Marines arriving for ship tours and community events. Sports: UL baseball faces elimination after a 12-2 loss to Cincinnati, while LSU football news continues to swirl around Lane Kiffin’s era.
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