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Michigan AG continues fight against illegal robocalls amid consumer protection week
As National Consumer Protection Week unfolds, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel underscores her office's commitment to tackling illegal robocalls. -
Court blocks Trump Administration's proposed cuts to research funding
A federal court has issued a preliminary injunction to prevent the Trump Administration from reducing funds for medical and public health research at universities and research institutions nationwide. -
Michigan AG highlights risks amid rising data breaches during National Consumer Protection Week
As part of National Consumer Protection Week, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert concerning data breaches. -
Coalition files second motion against Trump Administration's alleged federal funding disruptions
On Friday, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, along with attorneys general from 22 other states, filed a second motion for enforcement in their lawsuit against the Trump Administration. -
Michigan Attorney General highlights top consumer complaints in 2024
As part of National Consumer Protection Week, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has shared insights into the work of the Department’s Consumer Protection Team and the top consumer complaints of 2024. -
Coalition challenges Trump's dismissal of labor board member
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in the case of Wilcox v. Trump, currently before the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. -
Attorney General Nessel backs Wayne County in appeal for anti-terrorism law reinstatement
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed an amicus brief supporting Wayne County Prosecutor's emergency application to the Michigan Supreme Court. -
North Carolina man faces trial for alleged cold-case assault at fraternity house
Last week, Dustin Thomas, a 35-year-old resident of Cameron, North Carolina, was ordered to stand trial in the 9th Circuit Court on a charge of First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct. -
Attorney General Nessel Calls for Action Against Counterfeit Weight Loss Drug Makers
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a 38-state and territory bipartisan coalition requesting that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) take swift action against bad actors who are endangering consumers with counterfeit forms of the weight loss and diabetes drugs Mounjaro, Zepbound, Ozempic, and Wegovy (GLP-1 drugs). -
Three face trial for roles in Southeast Michigan auto theft ring
Three individuals are set to face trial for their alleged involvement in a criminal auto theft ring in Southeast Michigan. -
MPSC introduces incentive system for utility reliability; AG Nessel supports
The Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) has announced a new system designed to enhance the reliability of electrical services provided by the state's two largest utility companies, DTE and Consumers Energy. -
Attorneys general launch podcast exploring legal issues
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes and Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel have announced the launch of a new podcast titled "Pantsuits and Lawsuits." -
Attorney General Nessel Joins Coalition Defending Pennsylvania Law that Prohibits Concealed Carry by Individuals Under 21
Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general filing an amicus brief (PDF) urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit to revisit an opinion striking down a Pennsylvania law prohibiting individuals under the age of 21 from carrying concealed weapons in public and imposing additional restrictions during declared states of emergency. -
Michigan AG issues warning on employment scams targeting job seekers
As job seekers in Michigan explore new opportunities, Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued a consumer alert regarding employment scams. -
Chippewa County man faces court after extradition on sexual assault charges
Aaron Jarrett, 36, was arraigned in the 91st District Court in Sault Ste. -
Former peer center director charged with embezzling funds
Tanya Hobson, a former director of the Tuscola County Peer Center, has been charged with embezzlement. -
Detroit woman faces embezzlement charges involving retirement system funds
Evette Byrd, a 52-year-old Detroit resident, was arraigned in the 3rd Circuit Court in Wayne County on charges of embezzling over $400,000 from the Retirement System City of Detroit (RSCD). -
Attorney General Nessel Joins Multistate Coalition to Defend the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general to warn against efforts by the Trump Administration and Elon Musk to defund and disband the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). -
Attorneys general urge Supreme Court to uphold ACA's preventive health care provision
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to protect a key provision of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). -
Coalition urges Congress to address rise in organized retail crime
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a bipartisan coalition of 38 states and territories, urging Congress to address the growing issue of organized retail crime.