AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoEnergy & Inflation: Gas prices are still climbing—AAA and other trackers show weekly gains and continued pressure tied to global supply worries as the Iran situation keeps crude and pump costs jumpy. Auto Workforce: GM confirmed it’s laying off 500–600 IT workers globally, including in Michigan, as it reorganizes around new skills for AI and future tech. Battery Supply Chain: Ultium’s Ohio restart remains murky, with only limited prep work planned and the broader EV battery retreat continuing. Trade & Security: Michigan lawmakers Dingell and Moolenaar introduced a bill to prohibit Chinese vehicles in the U.S., framing it as both national security and an auto-industry threat. Legal/Policy: A Michigan appellate panel backed contempt orders against a disbarred northern Michigan attorney tied to trust-fund mishandling. Local Watch: Coldwater moved forward on selling 17 acres for a new housing subdivision, while MDOT scheduled a Greenfield Road closure over I-696 for bridge work.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.