In Oregon, criminal justice reform has paradoxically led to a surge in drug-related deaths, with fatalities climbing from 280 in 2019 to a projected 1,250 in 2023. Proponents of decriminalization remain steadfast, despite the grim statistic. Critics lament that the ideology behind these policies is ignored amid the rising death toll.

On the economic front, Bank of America forecasts a strengthening British pound, anticipating it will reach $1.41 by the end of 2025, buoyed by a solid UK economy and a tight job market. A minor rise to $1.35 is expected by year-end. 

In contrast, the US Federal Reserve is predicted to cut rates aggressively, likely lowering them twice by year's end. The UK's economic activity remains steady, influencing the pace of necessary monetary policy adjustments.

The Digest, 9/2/2024 @200AM, CDT

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