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A court ruled this week that Oregon doesn’t need to hand over their residents’ personal data to the federal government under the administration’s latest scheme to undermine voting rights. It’s a big win for that state and it’s also good news for our ongoing elections case.
Courts again halt Trump efforts to seize voters' personal data
January 16, 2026 at 11:01 PM
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This is a time of widespread mistrust in government. We must strive to do our work in the most transparent way possible.
AG's annual report details work on behalf of Washingtonians. For more info visit ATG.WA.GOV.
January 16, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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AG Nick Brown has requested that lawmakers pass the Protecting Washington Children Online bill this session. It takes aim at online platforms that use addictive feeds to monetize the attention of kids and teens. Learn more about HB 1834 and SB 5708 at leg.wa.gov
January 16, 2026 at 6:07 PM
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If you haven’t already, take the AGO’s AI labor impact survey to make your voice heard.

Help us build a balanced future for our workforce: https://tinyurl.com/ysxevt8n
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January 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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AG Brown talks consumer protection with @hacksandwonks.bsky.social: “People are really concerned - and rightfully so - around issues of affordability, both housing and healthcare and childcare, and then the things that they buy at the store.
From Consumer Protection to Constitutional Defense: Nick Brown's First Year as AG
Washington AG Nick Brown confronts federal overreach by filing 49 lawsuits, protecting $15 billion in state funding while focusing on consumer protection, workers' rights, and defending state sovereig...
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January 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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I was sworn in as Washington’s 19th Attorney General one year ago today and my commitment to uphold the rule of law and protect Washingtonians remains steadfast.
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January 15, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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Online platforms use addictive feeds to monetize the attention of their users. Logging off is hard for people of any age – but particularly kids and teens. AG Brown has requested legislation this session to prohibit platforms from exposing minors to addictive feeds.
January 14, 2026 at 9:35 PM
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Another win for Washingtonians against executive overreach: We have protected more than $1 billion in federal transportation funding now that the administration dropped their appeal of our lower court victory against USDOT.
Washington prevails in case protecting more than $1 billion in transportation grant funding as Trump administration drops appeal
January 14, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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1/2: Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown has filed a request for rehearing over the Department of Energy’s (DOE) illegal, clumsy emergency order forcing a decommissioned coal power plant back into production despite not having the staff, buyers or coal for such work.
Text says: "Washington seeks rehearing of illegal, inscrutable DOE order on TransAlta coal power." Quote box says: "No presidential administration has abused its emergency powers more than this one, and we see it here as they try to force coal power into the homes of consumers who have moved on. We will take every step necessary to undo this unwanted and unworkable order for the TransAlta plant in Centralia - AG Brown." Below that is the seal of the Attorney General's Office and atg.wa.gov.
January 14, 2026 at 6:40 PM
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1/2: AG Nick Brown joined 11 other AGs in suing the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for unlawfully conditioning hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding on states’ agreement to discriminate against transgender people.
A photo of a nurse in scrubs looking at a chart. Text says "AG Brown sues HHS for illegally using federal funds to coerce states into discriminating against transgender people." Below that is the seal of the Attorney General's Office and leg.wa.gov.
January 14, 2026 at 1:00 AM
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Sunnyside residents who were unlawfully removed from their homes can now be compensated thanks to a consent decree we just reached with the city.
AG secures consent decree with Sunnyside over unlawful eviction orders | Washington State
Sunnyside residents harmed when Sunnyside Police Department officers ordered them to leave or be removed from their homes will finally receive compensation under a consent decree reached Monday betwee...
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January 13, 2026 at 9:59 PM
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"Today’s ruling is a huge victory for voters in Washington and Oregon, and for the rule of law. The court enforced the long-standing constitutional rule that only States and Congress can regulate elections, not the Election Denier-in-Chief." - AG Nick Brown

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Judge blocks Trump's elections order in lawsuit by vote-by-mail states Oregon and Washington
A federal judge on Friday blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from enforcing most of his executive order on elections against the vote-by-mail states Washington and Oregon, in the latest b...
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January 10, 2026 at 2:00 AM
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Strong government-to-government relationships help all of us in serving the public. Today’s meeting with the Snoqualmie Tribe underscored our shared commitment to justice, environmental stewardship, and community safety. We're grateful for their partnership.
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January 8, 2026 at 10:40 PM
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Happy New Year 2026!
January 1, 2026 at 8:01 AM
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We reached an agreement with HHS that requires them to quickly resume processing grant applications for medical and public health research.
December 31, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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My office has received outreach from members of the Somali community after reports of home-based daycare providers being harassed and accused of fraud with little to no fact-checking.
December 31, 2025 at 12:56 AM
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Constitutional rights aren't optional. We’re joining 18 AGs to stop unlawful, race-based stops by Border Patrol. These raids harm farm operations and damage community trust. We’re fighting to keep the court’s injunction in place.

Read the brief: bit.ly/ufwvnoem
December 31, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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2025 was a year of big wins and even bigger impact. Our 2,000 employees worked behind the scenes to support 230+ state agencies and most importantly, you.

Your rights were our top priorities this year. Let’s keep the momentum going in 2026!
December 30, 2025 at 9:52 PM
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WA AG Nick Brown joined CNN to speak on a federal judge's decision to block the administration's attempt to cut disaster aid and cybersecurity funding. AG Brown denounced the move as "politically motivated", arguing that essential safety funds shouldn't be used as leverage for immigration quotas.
December 29, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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“It’s a good day when you can return money to farmworkers who suffered discrimination and unfair treatment,” Attorney General Nick Brown said.
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December 26, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Wishing all who celebrate a joyous Kwanzaa filled with light, unity, and the warmth of community.
December 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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From all of us at the Attorney General's Office, Merry Christmas! 🎄
December 25, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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When the U.S. Department of Homeland Security abruptly and illegally cut funding to certain states, including Washington, AG Nick Brown and other AGs filed a lawsuit. We’ve now secured a victory in federal court.

Learn more here: www.atg.wa.gov/news/news-re...
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December 24, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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We’re headed to court over the HHS secretary’s unlawful attempt to change medical standards for young people who need gender-affirming care. The law does not change on one man’s whim, and this care remains legal under federal and state law. Read more here: www.atg.wa.gov/news/news-re...
December 24, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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1/2: Significant win for Washington and 15 other states: A federal judge said the U.S. Department of Education acted unlawfully by abruptly discontinuing grants to place additional mental health professionals in schools.
Text says "AG Brown-led lawsuit protects mental health funding for schools". A photo of a teenage girl talking with a counselor. Below that is the seal of the Attorney General's Office and atg.wa.gov.
December 24, 2025 at 12:50 AM