All articles tagged with #attorney general
Originally Published 4 days ago — by Idaho Capital Sun
The Idaho Attorney General's Office will reduce paid parental leave from eight weeks to two weeks starting July 1, citing budget concerns, setting it apart from other state agencies that follow the governor's eight-week policy, with staff able to use accrued sick leave or unpaid FMLA leave for additional time.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by PBS
Montana's Supreme Court dismissed a misconduct case against Attorney General Austin Knudsen, who was accused of violating conduct rules by attacking the judiciary over a law that increased the governor's power to fill judicial vacancies, but the court found procedural issues and issued a public admonition instead.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by The Texas Tribune
Texas is preparing for a highly contested attorney general election, with the office playing a significant role in shaping state and national legal policies. The current office has been deeply affected by political turmoil under Ken Paxton, who has used the position to pursue a conservative legal agenda, including numerous lawsuits against federal policies. The upcoming election features notable Republican candidates, including Chip Roy and Aaron Reitz, and Democrats who oppose Paxton's approach, highlighting the office's political importance and potential future direction.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by Louisiana Illuminator
Louisiana has reversed its plan to terminate a $4.2 billion Medicaid contract with UnitedHealthcare, opting instead for a short-term extension through March to avoid disruptions and allow negotiations, amid ongoing legal disputes and political pressure.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Politico
Mikie Sherrill's attorney general pick for New Jersey, Davenport, vows to address affordability and Trump-related issues, amid political controversies over port commission control and social media cases, with praise from former officials and a victory seen as a referendum against Trump.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
Democrat Jay Jones wins the Virginia attorney general race despite a late scandal involving violent text messages, defeating incumbent Republican Jason Miyares amid political headwinds and controversy over his past communications.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC News
Democrat Jay Jones wins the Virginia attorney general race, overcoming controversy from past text messages that included violent language, with the election influenced by broader political dynamics and voter perceptions of accountability and political violence.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The New York Times
Democrat Jay Jones wins the Virginia attorney general race in 2025, defeating incumbent Republican Jason Miyares with 52.5% of the vote, as most votes have been reported and the race is called by The Associated Press.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Washington Post
Democrats largely support Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for Virginia attorney general, despite concerns about political violence and questions about party consistency.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CNN
Attorney General Pam Bondi's contentious Senate hearing highlighted deep partisan divides over justice in the US, with Democrats accusing her of enabling political prosecutions and Republicans criticizing perceived weaponization of the Justice Department, while Bondi employed deflective tactics and personal attacks during questioning.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Tampa Bay Times
Florida's attorney general has declared that open carry of firearms is 'the law of the state' following a court ruling that deemed the state's open carry ban unconstitutional, prompting law enforcement to adhere to this new interpretation.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Reuters
President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order directing the Attorney General to vigorously prosecute individuals who desecrate the American flag, including through burning, and to clarify the legal scope of flag desecration laws and First Amendment protections.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Missouri Independent
Catherine Hanaway, a former Missouri House Speaker and federal prosecutor, has been appointed as Missouri's first female attorney general, succeeding Andrew Bailey, and plans to serve the remainder of his term while seeking a full term in 2026. She is involved in ongoing litigation related to the Grain Belt Express transmission project and emphasizes her commitment to protecting Missourians and fighting crime.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Washington Post
Israel's cabinet voted to dismiss Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, a critic of Netanyahu, amid internal and international criticism over the Gaza war, leading to a potential legal confrontation with the Supreme Court.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Axios
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's government voted to fire Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, who is prosecuting him for corruption, but the Supreme Court issued an injunction blocking the move, raising concerns of a constitutional crisis and political turmoil.