News from August 2024
Attorney General Bird Leads Coalition to End California’s Green Car Mandate
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird led a coalition of eight states in supporting Ohio’s lawsuit against the Biden-Harris EPA for authorizing California’s illegal ban on traditional, gas-powered cars.
Attorney General James Sues Predatory Lender For Cheating Thousands of New Yorkers
New York Attorney General Letitia James sued Acima Digital, Acima Holdings, and Acima Solutions (Acima) for deceiving more than 100,000 New York consumers.
Attorney General Neronha reaches settlement with Rhode Island car dealerships totaling more than $1 million
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that the Office has reached a settlement agreement with the owners of six car dealerships located in East Greenwich, Middletown, Narragansett, and Westerly for alleged deceptive sales practices.
Idaho Joins Coalition to Stop Biden-Harris Administration from Giving Obamacare to Illegal Immigrants
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador joined a lawsuit in federal court last week to stop the Biden-Harris administration from giving Obamacare to illegal immigrants.
Ravenna man pleads guilty in illegal tire-dumping scheme
A Ravenna man has pleaded guilty for his part in a scheme that resulted in 3,000 tires being illegally discarded on a co-conspirator’s property, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced today.
Justice Department to monitor Alaska's primary election for compliance with voting rights
The Justice Department announced today that it will monitor compliance with federal voting rights laws in certain jurisdictions in the State of Alaska for the Aug. 20 primary election. The department will assign federal observers to Bethel Census Area, Dillingham Census Area, Kusilvak Census Area, Nome Census Area, and North Slope Borough, Alaska. The federal observers, permitted by court order, will monitor for compliance with the language requirements of Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act, including the provision of election assistance in Yup’ik dialects.
Alpena man sentenced for making false claims against state police troopers
LANSING – Today, Thomas VanDuinen, 72, of Alpena, was sentenced by Judge Edward Black in the 26th Circuit Court in Alpena County to 17 months to 4 years’ incarceration for three counts of Report of a Felony and an additional consecutive sentence of 23 months to 7 years’ incarceration for one count of Use of a Computer to Commit a Crime, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. VanDuinen, who was found guilty by an Alpena County jury of making false claims against Michigan State Police (MSP) troopers during the execution of a 2021 search warrant, will also serve a...
Coalition asks SCOTUS to allow Arizona's proof-of-citizenship voter registration
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has joined a coalition of 24 states in requesting the U.S. Supreme Court for an emergency stay after the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals refused to stay a decision enjoining enforcement of Arizona’s law, which mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration in federal races.
Louisiana joins lawsuit against Live Nation-Ticketmaster for market monopolization
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, along with Attorneys General from Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota, Utah, and Vermont, has joined a civil antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation-Ticketmaster. The suit was initially filed by the Justice Department in collaboration with 29 other states and the District of Columbia. The allegations focus on monopolization and other unlawful conduct in violation of Sections 1 and 2 of the Sherman Act.
Nebraska Attorney General announces inaugural Human Trafficking Task Force Summit
On September 18, 2024, the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office will host the inaugural Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force Summit at the Younes Center in Kearney. This day-long event will feature multiple speakers and collaborative panels from various professions, including national and local organizations working to combat human trafficking.
Ten more states join lawsuit against Ticketmaster-Live Nation
NASHVILLE – Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced today that the Attorneys General of Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota, Utah, and Vermont have joined the United States Department of Justice in a historic lawsuit against Ticketmaster-Live Nation. The inclusion of these states brings the total number of plaintiffs to 41.
Coalition urges Supreme Court to uphold Arizona's voter citizenship proof law
Attorney General Miyares Joins 24-State Coalition Urging SCOTUS to Uphold Arizona’s Proof of Citizenship Voting Registration Law
Attorney General Mayes warns Arizonans about rising Bitcoin and crypto scams
PHOENIX — Attorney General Kris Mayes is warning Arizonans to be on high alert for cryptocurrency scams targeting vulnerable individuals, particularly senior citizens.
AG Henry warns homeowners of potential scams during hurricane season
Attorney General Michelle Henry has issued a consumer alert urging Pennsylvanians to be vigilant about home repair or improvement scams as hurricanes begin to impact the state.
Attorney General Bonta announces settlement agreement with Rite Aid Corporation
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a settlement with Rite Aid Corporation to address competitive impacts related to changes in ownership involving their retail pharmacy outlets statewide. The settlement includes injunctive conditions aimed at ensuring the continued provision of essential medication and healthcare services, particularly for those reliant on Medi-Cal and Medicare, as well as protecting workers at stores that are sold or closed.
Attorney General executes restraining orders against illegal gambling sites in Selma
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that temporary restraining orders (TROs) have been obtained against five illegal gambling facilities in Selma, Alabama. According to the TROs, these facilities must cease all operations, and the property cannot be used or accessed. Additionally, there can be no further financial transactions connected with these facilities or their operators until further orders from the Circuit Court of Dallas County.
Attorney General Bailey strips Ray County sheriff of law enforcement license
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced the finalization of a settlement agreement with Ray County Sheriff Scott Childers, who had been temporarily removed from his position while litigation was pursued to remove him permanently for breaking Missouri law. According to the settlement, Childers resigned effective Monday, August 19, and has been stripped of his Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification. He will not be allowed to serve in Missouri law enforcement again.
NDDOT announces temporary hearing officer position in Fargo
The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) has announced a temporary part-time position for a Hearing Officer I in Fargo, ND. The role offers an hourly salary of $41.40 and will work up to 40 hours per week based on business needs. This long-term temporary position qualifies for remote work with mandatory in-person training and travel to hearings in Eastern North Dakota.
Justice Department secures agreement on voter access for Native Americans
The Justice Department has secured an agreement with Bennett County, South Dakota, and county officials to resolve claims that the county has failed to make its registration and early voting opportunities equally open to Native American voters as required by Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.
America First Legal criticizes Biden-Harris Administration's handling of pro-Hamas network
America First Legal (AFL) announced actions targeting the Department of Justice (DOJ), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of State, and the Department of Education. The organization aims to expose and combat what it describes as the Biden-Harris Administration’s refusal to enforce criminal, civil, and immigration laws against a foreign-funded pro-Hamas network in the United States.