Attorney General Kris Mayes
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Recent News About Attorney General Kris Mayes
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Federal court blocks Trump's attempt to end birthright citizenship
Attorney General Kris Mayes has expressed approval following a federal judge's decision to grant Arizona's motion for a nationwide temporary restraining order. -
Attorney General urges support for Isaac School District amid financial challenges
Attorney General Kris Mayes has reached out to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, advocating for the continuation of essential payments to the Isaac School District. -
Arizona Attorney General criticizes Trump pardons for January 6th convictions
Attorney General Kris Mayes has criticized former President Donald Trump's decision to pardon individuals convicted of violent crimes during the January 6th insurrection. -
Arizona AG joins multistate lawsuit against Trump's birthright citizenship order
Attorney General Kris Mayes has joined a federal lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship in the United States. -
Indictment announced in child sexual exploitation case in Phoenix
Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced the indictment of Gehrig Duarte, 21, on charges related to child sexual exploitation. -
EPA receives support from multiple states on nationwide PFAS regulations
Attorney General Mayes has joined a coalition in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, supporting a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that establishes the first nationwide drinking water... -
Arizona leads bipartisan push for rural internet access at Supreme Court
As the U.S. Supreme Court considers a case that could impact internet and phone services in rural areas, Arizona Attorney General Mayes is leading a bipartisan initiative to maintain a fund supporting these services. -
Phoenix man convicted for luring minor in undercover police operation
Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced the conviction of William Schlicher by a Maricopa County jury on January 9, 2025. -
States join forces to protect Dreamers' access to affordable care act
Attorney General Mayes has announced that Arizona, along with 13 other states, is taking action to defend health insurance access for Dreamers against legal challenges. -
Arizona attorney general announces sentence for drug trafficker
Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced the sentencing of Victor Manuel Vargas to 15 years in prison. -
Arizona partners launch statewide human trafficking training for utility workers
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has partnered with major utility companies and the Arizona Anti-Human Trafficking Network to launch a training initiative aimed at combating human trafficking. -
Pima County grand jury indicts two in major fentanyl case
Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced that a Pima County Grand Jury indicted Baltazar Quintero Bueno and Dalia Rodriguez De-Padilla on multiple felony charges related to the sale and possession of over 75 pounds of fentanyl pills in Tucson... -
Arizona AG launches cold case homicide unit for unresolved investigations
Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced the establishment of a Cold Case Homicide unit within the Arizona Attorney General's Office. -
Bridget C. O’Brien sentenced for multimillion-dollar SBA fraud
Attorney General Mayes announced the sentencing of Bridget C. O’Brien in a case involving fraud against the Small Business Administration (SBA). -
Arizona man sentenced for drug trafficking and weapons misconduct
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced the sentencing of Tomas Gamez-Robles in Pima County Superior Court on December 30, 2024. -
Fourteen individuals indicted for wildlife poaching in Arizona
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced that a State Grand Jury has indicted fourteen individuals on charges related to poaching wildlife across Arizona. -
Attorney General Mayes sues Fondomonte over alleged excessive groundwater pumping
Attorney General Kris Mayes has initiated legal action against Fondomonte Arizona, LLC, claiming that the company's extensive groundwater extraction in La Paz County contravenes Arizona's public nuisance law. -
Court blocks Kroger-Albertsons merger amid consumer protection concerns
Attorney General Kris Mayes expressed satisfaction following a United States District Court ruling that blocked the merger between Kroger and Albertsons. -
Arizona AG seeks briefing schedule for execution warrant in 2002 murder case
Attorney General Kris Mayes has submitted a motion to the Arizona Supreme Court seeking to establish a briefing schedule for an upcoming motion that will request a warrant of execution for Aaron Brian Gunches. -
Arizona residents indicted for fraud involving ESA program
Attorney General Mayes has announced that a state grand jury indicted two out-of-state residents on several felony charges, including conspiracy, fraud, and forgery.