Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita
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Recent News About Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita
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Attorney General advocates for Trump's immunity ahead of Supreme Court hearing
As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to hear oral arguments on April 25, Attorney General Todd Rokita is advocating for presidential immunity for former President Donald Trump. This move aims to shield him from what Rokita describes as partisan political prosecutions related to actions taken during his presidency. -
Attorney General investigates Webull Financial's potential ties with Chinese Communist Party
Attorney General Todd Rokita is spearheading a multistate investigation into Webull Financial LLC, a Chinese-owned financial company. The inquiry aims to determine if the company has exposed its clients' personal information to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). -
Indiana AG clarifies terminated pregnancy reports as public records
Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued an advisory opinion stating that Terminated Pregnancy Reports (TPRs) are public records available for inspection. However, the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is advised to redact any information that could identify a pregnant woman. -
Indiana attorney general warns consumers about recalled products in March
Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued a warning to Indiana residents about consumer protection concerns related to products recalled in March. His office urges consumers to utilize available resources if they have purchased items that may pose risks to their families. -
Indiana sues 22 firms over 'forever chemicals' amid health risk allegations
Attorney General Todd Rokita has initiated a lawsuit against 22 companies accused of manufacturing "forever chemicals" despite knowing the health risks involved. The lawsuit claims these companies continued production while hiding evidence of the dangers posed by these substances. -
States challenge DOJ on election oversight
Attorney General Todd Rokita is co-leading a coalition of 16 states to challenge what they perceive as federal overreach in election laws. This comes after U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland announced plans to deploy additional legal resources to address state measures that allegedly restrict voter access. -
Rokita to announce lawsuit against 'forever chemical' manufacturers
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is set to announce a significant lawsuit targeting manufacturers of so-called "forever chemicals." The announcement will take place during a live, virtual event scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 2 p.m. -
Indiana AG warns residents about flood-related scams
Following recent heavy rainfall across Indiana, Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued a warning to residents about potential scammers exploiting the situation. These individuals pose as repairmen and seek to gain personal information from homeowners, with the aim of accessing their bank accounts. -
Court action sought against major robocaller for violating permanent ban
Attorney General Todd Rokita, together with seven other attorneys general, has requested the court to take decisive action against John Caldwell Spiller II. This follows Spiller's violation of permanent bans on robocalls and telemarketing that were imposed in March 2023. -
Rokita's report challenges accuracy of Indiana's COVID-19 data
On the four-year anniversary of Indiana's stay-at-home orders, Attorney General Todd Rokita released a report that questions the accuracy of COVID-19 data used during the pandemic. According to Rokita, "The truth is our government produced and relied on severely flawed data, including inflated death counts and unsound positivity rates, to shape the state’s failed response to the COVID-19 pandemic." He further stated that this led to prolonged lockdowns and mask mandates, impacting both lives and livelihoods. -
Rokita files lawsuit against pharma firms over insulin price hikes
Attorney General Todd Rokita has initiated a lawsuit against pharmaceutical companies and Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs), accusing them of inflating insulin prices. The legal action targets drug manufacturers Sanofi-Aventis and Novo Nordisk, along with PBMs CaremarkPCS Health, Express Scripts, CVS Health Corp., and Optum RX. According to the lawsuit, these entities allegedly conspired to increase insulin prices by over 1000% in the past decade despite declining manufacturing costs. -
Indiana AG leads call for changes in Farm Bill over hemp product misuse
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita and Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin are spearheading an initiative with 18 other states and the District of Columbia. They aim to urge Congress to amend the 2018 Farm Bill, which they argue has been misused by some to introduce unregulated intoxicating hemp products into the market. -
Indiana attorney general cautions against storm-related scams amid severe weather
As severe weather impacts communities across Indiana, Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued a warning to residents about potential storm-related scams. In the aftermath of such events, scammers often attempt to exploit the situation by targeting those affected. -
Indiana Attorney General urges residents to check for unclaimed funds
Attorney General Todd Rokita is encouraging residents of Indiana to check the website IndianaUnclaimed.gov for unclaimed property that may belong to them. This initiative aligns with St. Patrick's Day, a time traditionally associated with luck. -
Rokita takes legal action to protect Indiana homeowners
Attorney General Todd Rokita has taken legal action to protect homeowners in Indiana. This initiative comes as a response to issues affecting residents within the state. -
Rokita challenges SEC's climate disclosure rule in federal court
With a lawsuit filed today, Attorney General Todd Rokita is challenging the Biden administration's efforts to implement a new rule through the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The rule would impose extensive requirements on U.S. companies related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. -
Rokita urges legislative action on antisemitism bill after Senate amendments
Attorney General Todd Rokita has voiced his support for an antisemitism bill initially passed by the Indiana House of Representatives. The measure, however, was altered by an Indiana Senate committee, removing key components. -
Rokita allocates $44.7M from opioid settlements to Indiana communities
Attorney General Todd Rokita is distributing $44.7 million to Indiana cities, towns, and counties this week as part of the latest round of funding from opioid settlements secured under his administration. These settlements were obtained from companies accused of contributing to the state's opioid crisis through irresponsible or unlawful actions. -
Supreme Court rules unanimously on Trump's eligibility for Colorado ballot
Attorney General Todd Rokita played a significant role in a legal effort that led to the U.S. Supreme Court's unanimous decision allowing former President Donald Trump to appear on the Colorado ballot. The court's 9-0 ruling supports Trump's eligibility, as predicted by Rokita. -
Indiana AG sues Apria Healthcare over massive data breach affecting millions
Attorney General Todd Rokita has initiated legal proceedings against Apria Healthcare LLC following a significant data breach that affected over 42,000 residents of Indiana and approximately 1.8 million individuals across the United States. The lawsuit represents an effort to address alleged violations related to patient privacy.