AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 minutes agoNuclear Power Deal: Walmart and Constellation Energy signed a 15-year nuclear power purchase tied to Constellation’s Dresden Clean Energy Center in Illinois, with Walmart buying about 176 megawatts starting in 2029-2030 to power a planned Belvidere distribution hub. Data Centers: CBRE reports data center vacancy is at record lows even as inventory rises, with Chicago vacancy around 2.2%, underscoring continued demand that’s keeping new supply “preleased” before delivery. Local Housing & Short-Term Rentals: Chicago filed suit against Airbnb and a host company, alleging improper short-term rental registrations and repeated ordinance violations, arguing the practice harms neighborhood safety and affordability. Illinois Policy & Taxes: An Illinois lawmaker filed to repeal the state’s recently passed digital asset tax, calling it unclear and potentially costly for residents and businesses. Healthcare Fraud Crackdown: DOJ announced a national Medicare/Medicaid takedown charging 455 defendants tied to more than $6.5 billion in alleged false claims. Gun Violence Focus: Mayor Brandon Johnson endorsed a push for a stand-alone city Department of Gun Violence Reduction with a proposed $100 million annual budget. Disaster Costs: Illinois officials are still sorting out who pays for tornado damage as FEMA support is described as slower and more limited.
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