AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWeapons & Safety: A man was arrested after Capitol Police found a homemade sword and brass knuckles during a security screening at a Senate office building; he allegedly resisted arrest and later struck an officer while being prepared for a mental health evaluation. Public Health: Measles cases are rising again, with the CDC reporting the highest caseload in decades and new outbreaks tied to falling MMR coverage; D.C. is among the jurisdictions reporting infections as the Trump administration pushes major changes to childhood vaccine guidance. Health Policy & Costs: A new report highlights how the school lunch price has climbed above $6, while SNAP changes are leaving more children without automatic free meals. Care & Community: Corazón Latino won an innovation grant to launch a dementia program using music, movement, and nature to reduce isolation and support dignity. Local Wellness: A “4 hugs a day” piece argues for the mental and physical benefits of regular, sincere hugging. D.C. Context: A D.C. resident describes how cuts to SNAP after finally getting housing assistance show how the safety net can fail people at the worst moments.
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