AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAI Data Centers & Power Costs: At a Vandalia rally, Trump defended Ohio’s AI data-center push and warned projects could shift to China if the U.S. “turns them off,” as electricity-bill backlash grows and Democrats block a ratepayer-protection bill. Trade & Supply Chains: Trump’s escalating Canada trade war is raising cost fears for Ohio’s manufacturing and agriculture, with tariffs and import bans hitting cross-border goods. Manufacturing Layoffs: AP reports nearly 1,400 layoffs at Ohio’s Navistar truck plant near Dayton ahead of Trump’s visit, underscoring how factory closures collide with campaign messaging. Pharma Investment: Bayer plans a major $2.2B pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Ohio, adding to the state’s industrial expansion headlines. Food Safety Recall: PepsiCo expanded a Gatorade recall affecting 37 states after FDA flagged undeclared Yellow No. 5/6 colorings. Local Economic Development: Jefferson County approved a letter of intent for Ivy Tech to donate land for a new animal shelter, tied to READI funding. Workforce/Logistics Tech: TruckDown rolled out an enhanced ratings system to help drivers quickly find vetted repair and towing services.
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