Healthcare & Consumer Costs: Rhode Island AG Aaron D. Ford is suing the Trump administration to block new moves that would weaken Affordable Care Act protections, including a 2027 rule that could expand “catastrophic” plans while raising out-of-pocket costs. Drug Pricing: Ford also announced a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz over alleged generic-drug price inflation and reduced competition. Insurance Premiums: A new analysis finds small-group insurers are seeking a median 14% premium hike for 2027, with Rhode Island among states seeing filings. Union Watch: A federal judge ordered the VA to keep its collective bargaining agreement with AFGE after a third attempt to terminate it. Energy & Rates: ISO New England is asking regulators to approve reliability-market changes after costs far exceeded projections, with Rhode Island ratepayers facing part of the increase. Public Safety Tech: Charlestown, R.I. says a public beach camera was stolen after rumors it was a Flock license-plate reader. Food Safety: Salmonella outbreaks tied to eggs, jalapeños, and pets continue to expand, prompting recalls and CDC/ FDA updates. Defense Industry: Raytheon and Composite Energy Technologies demonstrated an undersea launch capability for Hadalus during a Navy exercise. Legal/Policy: DOJ sued New York, Connecticut, and Vermont over in-state tuition and aid for illegal aliens, arguing it violates federal law.