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    North Carolina attorney general urges Congress to regulate AI bots▼North Carolina attorney general pushes Congress for AI guardrails after string of bot attacks✉newsWorldUS Politics4 d ago

    North Carolina's attorney general is calling on Congress to establish guardrails on artificial intelligence following a wave of bot attacks. The request follows incidents involving AI-powered bots, and the state's top legal officer wants federal legislation to address the risks these systems pose to consumers and elections.

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    Authorities in Puebla have given an official version confirming the death of the state's former prosecutor, with the attorney general's office saying CIS police failed to detect it in time. Meanwhile, Zoé Robledo confirmed investigations continue into the deaths of five babies at an IMSS hospital in Durango.

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    Blanche accused of shattering DOJ political independence norms▼Blanche shatters DOJ standard of political independence✉newsWorldPolitics3 d ago

    Todd Blanche, the Justice Department's deputy attorney general and previously Donald Trump's criminal defense lawyer, is being accused of breaking with the department's long-standing standard of political independence. Critics say his conduct in office blurs the line between the White House's interests and the DOJ's traditional autonomy from political pressure, reigniting debate over the department's credibility.

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    Ken Paxton talks immigration and Adam Hoffman case in Fort Worth▼Ken Paxton discusses immigration, Adam Hoffman case in Fort Worth interview✉newsWorldImmigration3 d ago

    Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton gave an interview in Fort Worth, where he discussed the state's immigration enforcement efforts and the case involving Adam Hoffman. The conversation touched on his office's ongoing legal and political priorities, drawing attention from viewers across the Dallas-Fort Worth area as immigration policy remains a central issue in Texas politics.

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    Minnesota Public Radio's Politics Friday program is hosting a debate featuring candidates for Minnesota attorney general. The event gives voters a direct comparison of the contenders' positions ahead of the election, covering issues such as consumer protection, public safety and the office's legal priorities. The debate is part of the outlet's ongoing election-season political coverage.

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    Letitia James Comments on Cornell Gang Rape Case●AG Letitia James comments on Cornell gang rape case, her Republican challenger✉newsWorldPolitics1 d ago

    New York Attorney General Letitia James has spoken publicly about the reported gang rape case at Cornell University, while also addressing her Republican challenger in the state's attorney general race. James, the state's top law enforcement officer, drew attention to both the criminal case and the ongoing election contest. The story is circulating through New York regional news coverage as the campaign season continues.

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    California AG Rob Bonta defends Paramount settlement as merger delayed▼Attorney General Rob Bonta defends settlement with Paramount as judge delays merger | CA Politics 360✉newsWorldPolitics4 d ago

    California Attorney General Rob Bonta is defending his office's settlement agreement with Paramount while a judge has delayed the company's pending merger. Bonta argues the settlement serves the state's interests, though the court's delay leaves the deal's outcome uncertain. The case is being followed as part of ongoing California political and legal coverage.

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    Minnesota attorney general race becomes referendum on fraud and Trump●Minnesota attorney general race is referendum on fraud, Trump✉newsWorldElections4 d ago

    Minnesota's attorney general race is being framed as a referendum on two issues: fraud in state programs and President Trump's influence. The contest pits the incumbent against a challenger amid heightened scrutiny of public fraud cases and national politics, making the state's top law enforcement office a proxy fight over larger partisan questions heading into the election.

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    Hochul Names Letitia James Special Prosecutor in Cornell Case●Hochul Names Letitia James as Special Prosecutor in Cornell CaseMmastodon5311 min ago

    New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed State Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor to investigate allegations by a former Cornell University student that several men sexually assaulted her. The move puts the state's top law enforcement officer in charge of the inquiry into the Ivy League school, drawing close attention to how the case is handled.

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    Hochul orders James investigation into alleged Cornell gang-rape●Hochul to address Cornell University case after appointing Leticia James to investigate alleged gang-rape - US politicsMmastodonWorld21 h ago

    New York Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed state Attorney General Leticia James to investigate an alleged gang-rape connected to Cornell University and is expected to address the case publicly. The move puts the state's top legal office at the centre of a high-profile campus case, drawing attention amid ongoing US political news coverage.

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    South Dakota Supreme Court Upholds Law Enforcement Decision▼Attorney General Jackley Commends SD Supreme Court Ruling Upholding Law Enforcement Decision✉newsWorldLaw & Courts2 h ago

    South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has commended a state Supreme Court ruling that upheld a law enforcement decision, according to an announcement from his office. The decision reinforces the authority of officers' actions in the underlying case. Details of the specific case have not been widely reported, but the attorney general framed the ruling as a validation of law enforcement conduct in the state.

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    New York governor names attorney general special prosecutor in Cornell rape case●New York governor names AG as special prosecutor in alleged rape case at Cornell https://www.npr.org/2026/10/02/nx-s1-59MmastodonWorldPolitics43 h ago

    New York's governor has appointed the state attorney general as special prosecutor in an alleged rape case at Cornell University. The move puts the state's top legal office in charge of the prosecution, a step typically taken to avoid conflicts of interest with local prosecutors. The appointment drew attention given the case's high-profile campus setting and the involvement of two of the state's most prominent officials.

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    Report: Ken Paxton's Travel Cost Texas Taxpayers $1.9 Million▼Ken Paxton’s Lavish Travel Has Reportedly Cost Texas Taxpayers $1.9 Million—Masters, Napa, Europe Among Trips✉newsLifeTravel2 h ago

    Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's travel has reportedly cost state taxpayers $1.9 million, with trips including the Masters golf tournament, Napa Valley and European destinations cited in a report by Forbes. The findings have drawn attention to the Republican official's spending while in office, prompting criticism over the use of public funds for what are described as lavish personal and official trips.

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    Mexico's Attorney General overhauls disappearances investigations after UN ruling▼Mexico: the Office of the Attorney General adopts a new investigative approach after the the United Nations Committee on Enforced Disappearances’s historic decision on enforced disappearances.✉newsWorldUnited Nations1 d ago

    Mexico's Office of the Attorney General has adopted a new investigative approach following a historic decision by the United Nations Committee on Enforced Disappearances. The human rights federation announcing the change says the ruling marks a significant shift in how cases of enforced disappearances are to be handled. Thousands of disappearances remain unsolved in Mexico, and rights groups have long pressed for structural reform of investigations.

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    Hochul taps NY Attorney General James as special prosecutor in Cornell rape case●Hochul names NY AG James as special prosecutor on alleged rape case at Cornell University https://gothamist.com/news/hocMmastodonWorldCrime210 h ago

    New York Governor Kathy Hochul has named state Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor in an alleged rape case at Cornell University. The unusual move assigns the state's top legal office to the investigation, and the decision is drawing attention given both officials' prominence and the sensitivity of a campus criminal case.

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    Wisconsin Attorney General Kaul discusses election oversight and reelection bid▼AG Kaul discusses Wisconsin election oversight, reelection campaign✉newsWorldElections4 d ago

    Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul spoke about his office's role in election oversight in the state and his campaign for reelection. The remarks come as Wisconsin remains a closely watched battleground state, with election administration under regular public and political scrutiny. Details of what Kaul said were not provided beyond the interview's two main topics.

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    Alaska Reaches Settlement with Labcorp over Data Breach▼Acting Attorney General Cori Mills Announces Settlement with Labcorp over Data Breach That Affected the Personal Data of Alaskans✉newsTechnologyCybersecurity2 d ago

    Acting Attorney General Cori Mills announced a settlement with Labcorp over a data breach that exposed the personal data of Alaska residents. The agreement resolves the state's concerns about how the diagnostics company handled the security incident. Details of the settlement terms, including any payments or changes to Labcorp's data practices, were not included in the announcement.

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    Virginia Attorney General Jones Challenges DHS Asylum Fast-Track Rule▼Attorney General Jones Opposes Unlawful DHS Rule Fast-Tracking Asylum Seekers into Removal Proceedings Without an Interview✉newsWorldImmigration1 d ago

    Attorney General Jones of Virginia has come out against a Department of Homeland Security rule that would fast-track asylum seekers into removal proceedings without giving them an interview. The Attorney General's office calls the rule unlawful, arguing it denies asylum seekers a proper chance to have their claims heard before being removed from the country.

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    Jay Jones joins attorneys general urging Congress to curb AI▼Jay+Jones+among+AGs+asking+Congress+to+rein+in+AI+research✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    A group of state attorneys general, including Jay Jones, is calling on Congress to rein in artificial intelligence research. The coalition wants federal lawmakers to establish stronger oversight of rapidly advancing AI development. The move highlights growing concern among state legal officers about the risks posed by unchecked AI systems and their push for Congress to act rather than leaving regulation to the states or industry.

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    Report details Ken Paxton's travel to wineries and European resorts●Inside Ken Paxton's jet-setting lifestyle: California wineries, European hot spots and ski resorts✉newsLifeTravel1 d ago

    A new report examines Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's extensive travel, detailing trips to California wineries, European destinations and ski resorts. The profile of the embattled official's jet-setting lifestyle is drawing attention as critics question how he spends his time and resources while holding statewide office.

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    Indiana attorney general partners with ICE on immigration enforcement●Indiana attorney general announces partnership with ICE to strengthen immigration enforcement✉newsWorldImmigration1 d ago

    Indiana's attorney general has announced a partnership with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement aimed at strengthening immigration enforcement in the state. The agreement signals closer cooperation between the state's top legal office and federal authorities on immigration matters. The announcement drew attention amid ongoing national debate over state-level involvement in federal immigration policy.

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    Indiana AG Rokita signs agreements with ICE on deportations●Rokita signs agreements with ICE for deportations, immigration cases✉newsWorldImmigration2 d ago

    Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has signed agreements with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement to assist with deportations and immigration cases. The move aligns Indiana's attorney general office with federal immigration enforcement, drawing attention amid ongoing national debate over state cooperation with ICE.

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    Minnesota AG seeks public input on Essentia Health acquisition●Attorney General Ellison seeks community input on proposed acquisition of Essentia Health by HealthPartners✉newsHealth2 d ago

    Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is asking the public for input on HealthPartners' proposed acquisition of Essentia Health. His office is soliciting community comments as part of its review of the deal, which would combine two major healthcare providers serving Minnesota and neighboring states. Residents and patients are being invited to weigh in before regulators decide whether the acquisition can move forward.