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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 12h

Donald Trump promised to go after drug cartels but his administration is instead wasting law enforcement resources to target migrant workers.

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Attorney General Mayes on Deporting Migrant Workers

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 13h

My office has one of the best Health Care Fraud and Abuse divisions in the country. I'm proud of the work they did on this case and their relentless effort to ensure health care spending in Arizona is protected from waste, fraud, and abuse.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 13h

Join me tomorrow evening to share your thoughts on the proposed aluminum recycling plant near Benson. Don't forget to RSVP: bit.ly/BensonTownHall

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AG Kris Mayes hosts town hall about proposed aluminum recycling plant

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is hosting a town hall about the proposed aluminum recycling coming to the city on Thursday.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 13h

We want every young person in Arizona to know how to protect their friends and themselves from fentanyl. To learn more about the video contest for high school and college/university students, visit www.azag.gov/issues/opioids/competition.

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Contest calls on Arizona students to tackle fentanyl with creativity

PHOENIX (KVOA) - More than five people die every day from opioid overdoses in Arizona, with fentanyl being a major contributor.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 14h

Speaker Mike Johnson should stop protecting predators in the Epstein files and swear in Adelita Grijalva without delay. www.salon.com/2025/10/08/a...

Adelita Grijalva wants to get to work. The GOP won’t let her - Salon.com

Rep.-elect Grijalva tells Salon she's exploring legal action over House Speaker Mike Johnson's refusal to seat her

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 15h

Hey, Benson! 📣

I want to hear your thoughts on the planned aluminum recycling facility. Join me for a discussion tomorrow evening to make your voice heard. RSVP: bit.ly/BensonTownHall

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 16h

With every sentence my office secures, the streets of Arizona become safer. We will continue to aggressively investigate and prosecute those responsible for the scourge of fentanyl in our communities.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 1d

From construction to manufacturing, Arizona small business owners are bearing the brunt of Trump's illegal tariffs. I'm fighting back in court to protect businesses like Eduardo's from these devastating tax increases.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 1d

I'm proud to defend an individuals' right to protect themselves from discrimination while voting.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 1d

More than five people die every day from opioid overdoses in Arizona. We're calling on college and university students to create messages that resonate with their peers and help save lives. Submit by 11/30! 📅

More info on our PSA contest here: www.azag.gov/issues/opioi...

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 2d

Drug dealers are targeting your kids on social media and law enforcement has a responsibility to do something about it. My office is committed to holding these companies accountable for enabling and facilitating alleged illegal activities.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 2d

One of my office's top priorities is combating the fentanyl crisis. We want everyone in Arizona to know how to protect themselves and their loved ones from this deadly drug. Check back every #MythMonday to learn the truth behind common misconceptions about fentanyl.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 2d

I’m proud to partner with other Arizona law enforcement agencies to bring awareness to the issue of Arizonans who have gone missing. We hope this event will connect Arizonans with resources and support to find their missing loved ones.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 5d

Yesterday, we announced yet another indictment in the ESA program. Our priority is to ensure that the law is followed and that taxpayer funds are used properly.

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Florida man indicted for allegedly scamming Arizona’s school voucher system

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced that a state grand jury has indicted a man from Florida for allegedly scamming Arizona’s school voucher system.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 5d

Power without guardrails doesn’t just bend the law—it breaks trust. Join @miattygen.bsky.social and I as we get specific on the fentanyl pipeline, agent redeployments, and the difference between optics and outcomes.

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DEA Agents in D.C. | Pantsuits and Lawsuits

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 5d

I heard directly from small business owners yesterday as we await the U.S. Supreme Court’s hearing on tariffs. I spearheaded this lawsuit to fight for affordability for Arizonans, and I won’t stand by while these tariffs raise prices and create uncertainty.

More here: www.abc15.com/news/local-n...

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 5d

I appreciated the opportunity to discuss my office's lawsuits against the federal government and our actions regarding energy and water with @insideclimatenews.org. I’m proud to protect our environment and preserve Arizona for future generations.

Full article: insideclimatenews.org/news/2909202...

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 6d

My office will continue to aggressively prosecute fraud and protect taxpayer dollars, especially within the ESA program.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 6d

Grateful to hear from local Arizona businesses and industry leaders on the effects Trump’s illegal tariffs are having on their bottom lines and on their customers. We’re ready to make our arguments at the Supreme Court next month. Thanks to Tempe Mayor Corey Woods for joining us!

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 6d

Rent is completely unaffordable right now, and this deal between listing giants Zillow and Redfin is going to make things worse. Enough is enough.

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Zillow and Redfin Lawsuit | Attorney General Mayes

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 6d

I’m proud to join 4 other states to stop Zillow and Redfin’s anticompetitive agreement. We have strong antitrust laws that allow us to protective our competitive, free, and fair economy, and we need to enforce them.

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Arizona attorney general alleges Zillow, Redfin deal is unfair, will raise rents

Arizona joined other states alleging a deal between the real estate giants would allow Zillow to charge landlords more money to advertise.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 6d

The Trump administration likes to pretend they support crime victims – but from slashing critical survivor resources to ignoring the victims of Jeffrey Epstein, they've proven they do not stand with victims or with the rule of law.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 7d

To all in Arizona observing Yom Kippur, I wish you a meaningful and peaceful fast. G’mar Chatimah Tovah.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 7d

Today’s action follows our antitrust case against RealPage and mega landlords over unfair algorithmic pricing schemes. We’re going to continue to use every inch of our authority to give families a fair shot at an affordable home.

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AZ Attorney General Kris Mayes @azagmayes.bsky.social · 7d

My office stands ready to investigate and hold accountable those who exploit disasters to enrich themselves. Arizonans deserve protection from fraud, especially during times of recovery.

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Arizona AG warns of scams following last week's storms - Fountain Hills Times

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office is urging Valley residents to be cautious of scams related to last week’s storms. From door-to-door contractor to charity fraud, the office says …

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