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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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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.
A social media graphic featuring a photograph of ripe red apples hanging on a tree in an orchard. Below the image, bold blue text in English and Spanish reads: "WA farmworkers to benefit from $1 million settlement with Cornerstone / Trabajadores agrícolas de Washington serán compensados en virtud de un acuerdo de $1 millón con Cornerstone." The bottom of the graphic includes the seal of the Washington State Attorney General and the website ATG.WA.GOV
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...
A photo of a laptop with the seal of the Department of Homeland Security on the screen. Text says "A win for Washington: Homeland security funding protected from politically motivated cuts". Below that is the seal of the Attorney General's Office and atg.wa.gov.
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
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This holiday, protect yourself from gift card fraud by inspecting the packaging ensuring its intact, never share your gift card number and only check balances on official sites. If you think you’re the victim of gift card fraud, report it to our office. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/pcGP50XNpz3
December 23, 2025 at 1:35 AM
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AI is no longer "future" tech—it’s changing how we work today. The Washington State AG’s Office wants to hear from you.

We’re researching how AI impacts workers and students. Your input helps ensure our policies reflect your reality. Share your voice here: tinyurl.com/ysxevt8n
A social media graphic with a dark green abstract background. The text reads: "AI is impacting Washington State Workers. Take this AI impact survey to tell the Attorney General how AI is affecting you." The official seal of the Attorney General of Washington is centered at the bottom.
December 22, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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1/3: Good news for tens of thousands of people around the country living in housing supported by the federally funded Continuum of Care program.
Text says "Judge blocks HUD changes that would have left thousands without housing." Aerial photo of houses in Tacoma. Below that is the seal of the Attorney General's Office and atg.wa.gov.
December 19, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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SAFE releases its annual report with 8 recommendations for legislative action. This group was instrumental in eliminating the backlog of more than 10,000 sexual assault kits.
December 19, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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1/3: Gender-affirming care is legal and protected in Washington state.

✅ Health insurers cannot deny or limit gender-affirming care coverage for people of any age when it’s prescribed as medically necessary.
A graphic that says "Know Your Rights: Gender-Affirming Care in Washington" in multiple languages. Below that is the seal of the Attorney General's Office and atg.wa.gov. A graphic that says "Know Your Rights: Gender-Affirming Care in Washington" in multiple languages. Below that is the seal of the Attorney General's Office and atg.wa.gov.
December 19, 2025 at 1:09 AM
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I was honored to join the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle and numerous community and faith leaders Wednesday to remember the victims of the Bondi Beach attack and gather in solidarity against hate, violence, and antisemitism.
A man in a grey suit stands at a podium, speaking into a microphone inside a synagogue. Behind him is a large arched wooden frame, a stained-glass window, and a large golden Hanukkah menorah.
December 18, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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The proposed rule targeting healthcare for transgender and gender diverse people is cruel, and unnecessary. Under the law in WA, necessary healthcare for transgender people is lawful and legally protected. Proposed rules are not the law – nothing has changed in WA.
December 18, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Medications for opioid use disorder cut overdose deaths by more than 50%, relieve cravings, and help patients stabilize their lives.

Patients taking MOUD, learn about your rights here ➡️https://bit.ly/moudkyr
An orange and navy blue stylized graphic featuring a male medical professional with glasses and a stethoscope. Bold white text overlays the image stating, "The only tool you need to cut overdose deaths in half: Your prescription." The logo for ScalaNW appears at the top.
December 18, 2025 at 12:56 AM
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IMAGE: George C. David, Friendship Mask (1984). Part of Washington’s State Art Collection. Photo courtesy of the artist and the Washington State Arts Commission, 2022.
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George C. David, Friendship Mask (1984). Part of Washington’s State Art Collection. Photo courtesy of the artist and the Washington State Arts Commission, 2022.
December 17, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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1/3: Washington ranks in the top five states in the nation for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. But facilitating that shift to cleaner energy requires more charging stations.
Text says "WA co-leads lawsuit over USDOT's illegal attack on EV charging infrastructure." Photo of a car plug into an EV charger. The seal of the Washington State Attorney General's Office and atv.wa.gov.
December 16, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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The Trump administration tried to illegally take SNAP benefits from green card holders, despite their lawful status in this country. We sued, and they backed down. 1/4
December 16, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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The H-1B visa program helps bring talented people with critical skillsets to Washington, keeping our state on the cutting edge in highly specialized areas of education and research.
Washington sues over Trump administration’s unlawful new $100K fee for H-1B visa
December 15, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Wishing a happy and safe first night of Hanukkah to all who celebrate.
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December 15, 2025 at 12:53 AM
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The recent executive order on AI tries to rip away states’ rights and allows a small group of billionaire bros and friends of the first family to dictate AI policy for the entire country. Our office will keep fighting to protect people from the illegal acts of this administration.
December 13, 2025 at 1:56 AM
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1/3: Western Washington is dealing with historic flooding, and we just got news of an important court ruling.

A federal judge ruled in our favor, preventing billions in cuts to disaster mitigation funding, including for flood protection projects in Washington.
A photo of trucks driving along a flooded street. The text says "Court order protects disaster mitigation funds." and "This is a resounding win for public safety." - AG Brown. Below that is the seal of the Attorney General's Office and atg.wa.gov.
December 12, 2025 at 12:46 AM