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Attorney General Miyares joins 26-state coalition supporting West Virginia's sports law
Attorney General Miyares joins amicus brief supporting West Virginia’s Save Women’s Sports Act
AG Moody demands answers from Biden-Harris administration over release of individuals on terror list
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody has sent a demand for information to U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas following a report by the U.S. House Judiciary Committee. The report suggests that the Biden-Harris administration released nearly 100 individuals on the terrorist watchlist into the interior of the United States.
Deputy clerk of court position available in Williston
The Clerk of Court Office in Williston, ND, has announced an opening for the position of Deputy Clerk of Court. The role offers an annual salary of $51,900 and is a full-time, regular position. The application process will remain open until filled.
Attorney General highlights collaborative efforts against violent crime
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland delivered remarks at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of South Dakota on August 14, 2024, expressing gratitude for the collaborative efforts of federal, state, local, and Tribal law enforcement partners in combating violent crime.
Justice court vacancy announced for Providence
Providence, Utah—Applications are being accepted for a justice court judge position that will serve Providence, Utah. The position will replace Judge Matthew Funk, who resigned in January.
Monticello police officer charged with dissemination of child pornography
Attorney General Raoul charges Monticello police officer with dissemination of child sexual abuse material
Coalition files suit against administration over rule funding healthcare for undocumented immigrants
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced today that he has joined a 15-state coalition in filing a lawsuit against the Biden-Harris Administration. The suit challenges a new rule that treats illegal aliens as legal citizens, thereby requiring states to fund their public benefits.
Alabama AG leads coalition urging Supreme Court review on laws protecting girls' sports
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed a 26-state amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to review a lower court’s decision that the Constitution prohibits states from restricting girls’ sports teams to biological females. The case originates from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, which ruled in June that Idaho’s Fairness in Women’s Sports Act likely violates the Equal Protection Clause by not allowing biological males who identify as women to compete on sports teams reserved for women or girls. Marshall is also requesting the Court to hear a similar dispute...
North Carolina man charged with possession of child sexual abuse material
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Michael Niaram Styles, 63, of Charlotte, N.C., on five charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the York County Sheriff's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office, also a member of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with the investigation.
Paxton secures expanded injunction against Biden’s Title IX interpretation
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured additional legal protections for women in Texas's educational institutions, blocking the Biden Administration from interpreting Title IX to include "sexual orientation" or "gender identity" as protected classes.
Office on Violence Against Women announces over $52 million in grants at national conference
Director Rosie Hidalgo delivered remarks at the National Sexual Assault Conference on August 14, 2024. In her address, she expressed gratitude to VALOR US and Respect Together for hosting the event and acknowledged the hard work of those present.
Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in the City of Baltimore Under Investigation
The Independent Investigations Division (“IID”) of the Office of the Attorney General is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred on Monday evening in the city of Baltimore, Maryland.
Tennessee AG warns against jury duty and customs imposter scams
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office has issued a warning to consumers regarding two newly reported government imposter scams.
8th Circuit Court rules on case involving North Dakota University System
The 8th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed and remanded in part, but otherwise affirmed the district court decision in Emily Becker v. North Dakota University System on Wednesday, August 14.
Yost urges court dismissal of FTC suit against Kroger-Albertsons merger
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has called on a federal court to dismiss an antitrust lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) aimed at blocking the merger between Kroger and Albertsons.
Michigan AG launches "Operation Survivor Justice" targeting fugitive sex offenders
LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside members of the Department of Attorney General, Branch County Prosecutor Zachary Stempien, Kalamazoo County Prosecutor and Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan President Jeffrey Getting, Special Assistant Attorney General Erin House with the Sexual Assault Kit Initiative in Kalamazoo County, and House Appropriations Chairwoman State Representative Angela Witwer, announced the launch of Operation Survivor Justice at a press conference today. The initiative is a partnership between the Michigan Department of...
Paxton sues Biden Administration over rural nursing home staffing rule
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated legal action against the Biden Administration, aiming to halt a new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) final rule. This regulation could potentially lead to the closure of rural nursing homes, displacing elderly residents from necessary care.
York County men face charges related to child sexual abuse material
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Robert Glenn Sanders, Jr., 26, of Rock Hill, S.C., Beniamin Ungur, 32, of Clover, S.C., and Frederick Daniel Dunn, 59, of Rock Hill, S.C. on 18 total charges connected to the sexual exploitation of minors. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the York County Sheriff's Office made the arrests in these unrelated cases. Investigators with the Attorney General's Office, also a member of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with these investigations.
Nine attorneys general challenge Biden's Executive Order on voter registration
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers has joined a coalition of nine attorneys general in challenging the Biden-Harris Administration’s plan to repurpose federal tax dollars for voter registration, which they argue threatens state authority over elections.
Attorney generals file lawsuit against Biden administration over voter registration directive
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a coalition of nine attorneys general in challenging the Biden-Harris administration’s voter registration scheme, which they argue unlawfully transforms federal agencies into voter registration organizations and jeopardizes the integrity of elections.