AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoElection 2026: Missouri’s November ballot features fights over abortion, voter-approved laws and a proposed constitutional sheriff’s office. Amendment 8 would put county sheriffs and some existing duties in the constitution, while giving only the attorney general power to seek a sheriff’s removal. State Government: Republicans frustrated by court losses are again pushing to change how Missouri selects top judges. Gov. Mike Kehoe appointed Lafayette County Prosecutor Kristen Hilbrenner to an associate circuit judgeship. Campaigns: Candidates in the 6th Congressional District race are pitching different approaches to rural health care, education and economic opportunity. Democratic challenger Josh Smead also raised concerns about teacher and doctor shortages and the growth of AI infrastructure. Consumer Protection: Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is investigating TikTok over its impact on children and has sued Temu, citing concerns about privacy and deceptive practices. Economy: Missouri lost 10,600 jobs in September, including 10,700 private-sector jobs, though employment remained up 28,400 from a year earlier. The state auditor’s office, meanwhile, gave the state treasurer’s office a “good” rating.
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