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09/15/2025   Washington Attorney General News
Washington joins states supporting D.C.’s challenge to Trump National Guard deployments

SEATTLE – Washington Attorney General Nick Brown today filed an amicus brief in support of D.C. Attorney General Brian Schwalb’s lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s unlawful deployment of National Guard troops to the District of Columbia.

Brown joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general in asserting that the deployment of National Guard troops without the consent of D.C. is unlawful, unconstitutional, and undemocratic.

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09/15/2025   Washington Attorney General News
Judge rules Trump’s mass terminations broke the law and risked public safety

In a sharply worded decision issued late Friday, a federal district judge ruled that the Trump administration broke the law by firing federal workers employed in vital roles protecting public safety and supporting the U.S. economy.

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09/15/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Olympic Silver Medalist Haley Batten is partnering with the Leukemia Research Foundation this year to help raise awareness around the importance of medical research and to support patients, following her mother's leukemia diagnosis. As part of this effort, and as a special thank you...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government

Olympic Silver Medalist Haley Batten is partnering with the Leukemia Research Foundation this year to help raise awareness around the importance of medical research and to support patients, following her mother's leukemia diagnosis. As part of this effort, and as a special thank you...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

An inspiring evening of performances and artistic expression by individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities, showcasing the limitless potential of the spectrum. PHOENIX, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Arizona Autism United (AZA United) is proud to present the 2nd...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government

An inspiring evening of performances and artistic expression by individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities, showcasing the limitless potential of the spectrum. PHOENIX, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Arizona Autism United (AZA United) is proud to present the 2nd...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

McKnight Law Firm remains active in advancing public safety in Charleston through support of infrastructure, education, and community engagement efforts. CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- McKnight Law Firm continues to demonstrate its commitment to public safety and...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Stratton Heath, Partner at Oak Hill Capital, and Kathleen McCabe, Partner at PJT Partners, to be recognized at Youth INC's 31st Annual Celebration Gala NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For over 30 years, Youth INC, a leading capacity builder, has strengthened New York City's...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government

McKnight Law Firm remains active in advancing public safety in Charleston through support of infrastructure, education, and community engagement efforts. CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- McKnight Law Firm continues to demonstrate its commitment to public safety and...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government

Stratton Heath, Partner at Oak Hill Capital, and Kathleen McCabe, Partner at PJT Partners, to be recognized at Youth INC's 31st Annual Celebration Gala NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For over 30 years, Youth INC, a leading capacity builder, has strengthened New York City's...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

The drive-thru oil change business' fall fundraiser generated over $70,000, building on the $100,000 raised in the spring. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change is proud to announce the completion of its second DonorsChoose...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government

The drive-thru oil change business' fall fundraiser generated over $70,000, building on the $100,000 raised in the spring. WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change is proud to announce the completion of its second DonorsChoose...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Nearly one-third of U.S. timeshare owners will use their timeshare property this fall WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A recent Vacation Ownership Sentiment Index from ARDA, the trade association for the vacation ownership and timeshare industries, shows that timeshare...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government

Nearly one-third of U.S. timeshare owners will use their timeshare property this fall WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A recent Vacation Ownership Sentiment Index from ARDA, the trade association for the vacation ownership and timeshare industries, shows that timeshare...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Funds support families, small businesses, and nonprofits still recovering from the July 4th floods. SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a single day, GO Car Wash donated $20,000 to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, reinforcing its commitment to local communities as...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government

Funds support families, small businesses, and nonprofits still recovering from the July 4th floods. SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a single day, GO Car Wash donated $20,000 to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, reinforcing its commitment to local communities as...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Global leaders descend on New Delhi for the IEC's 89th annual General Meeting to reaffirm commitment to global sustainability efforts through technical standards NEW DELHI, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global business and industry leaders from around the world are joining...

09/15/2025   PR Web Government

Global leaders descend on New Delhi for the IEC's 89th annual General Meeting to reaffirm commitment to global sustainability efforts through technical standards NEW DELHI, Sept. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global business and industry leaders from around the world are joining...

09/14/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

152 Sight-Restoring Surgeries Delivered in Rural India by eMedEd & Sankara Nethralaya's "Vision for All" Eye Camp. From July 15 to 25, 2025, the "Vision for All" Mobile Eye Surgical Unit (MESU) Camp brought free cataract surgeries, post-op care, screenings, and follow-up support to...

09/14/2025   PR Web Government

152 Sight-Restoring Surgeries Delivered in Rural India by eMedEd & Sankara Nethralaya's "Vision for All" Eye Camp. From July 15 to 25, 2025, the "Vision for All" Mobile Eye Surgical Unit (MESU) Camp brought free cataract surgeries, post-op care, screenings, and follow-up support to...

09/13/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Sepsis awareness in the U.S. has hit an all-time high of 75%, according to Sepsis Alliance's 2025 survey. This marks significant progress in public education, while exposing persistent disparities across racial, economic, and generational lines. SAN DIEGO, Sept. 13, 2025...

09/13/2025   PR Web Government

Sepsis awareness in the U.S. has hit an all-time high of 75%, according to Sepsis Alliance's 2025 survey. This marks significant progress in public education, while exposing persistent disparities across racial, economic, and generational lines. SAN DIEGO, Sept. 13, 2025...

09/12/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

National law firm, Anapol Weiss, has filed a lawsuit against Roblox Corporation and Discord Inc. on behalf of the mother of Ethan Dallas, a 15-year-old who tragically died by suicide after being groomed and exploited on the platforms. The complaint alleges that Roblox and Discord enabled...

09/12/2025   PR Web Government

National law firm, Anapol Weiss, has filed a lawsuit against Roblox Corporation and Discord Inc. on behalf of the mother of Ethan Dallas, a 15-year-old who tragically died by suicide after being groomed and exploited on the platforms. The complaint alleges that Roblox and Discord enabled...

09/11/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Basin Upfitting and Basin Nation have launched the "Protect the Trades" initiative to support the next generation of skilled workers. The program dedicates 20% of Basin Nation merchandise profits and 100% of proceeds from Basin's annual golf outing to fund scholarships for vocational...

09/11/2025   PR Web Government

Basin Upfitting and Basin Nation have launched the "Protect the Trades" initiative to support the next generation of skilled workers. The program dedicates 20% of Basin Nation merchandise profits and 100% of proceeds from Basin's annual golf outing to fund scholarships for vocational...

09/11/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) will host its 24th Annual New York City Gala on Thursday, October 30 at Cipriani Broadway. This inspirational event honors those in the melanoma community who are making an impact and raises critical research dollars with the unified goal of driving...

09/11/2025   PR Web Government

The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) will host its 24th Annual New York City Gala on Thursday, October 30 at Cipriani Broadway. This inspirational event honors those in the melanoma community who are making an impact and raises critical research dollars with the unified goal of driving...

09/11/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Its updated mission doubles down on supporting the Fourth Estate and investigative journalism. NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Rogovy Foundation has suspended grant-making via the Miller/Packan Film Fund. While proudly supporting many deserving documentary projects, the...

09/11/2025   PR Web Government

Its updated mission doubles down on supporting the Fourth Estate and investigative journalism. NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Rogovy Foundation has suspended grant-making via the Miller/Packan Film Fund. While proudly supporting many deserving documentary projects, the...

09/11/2025   Washington Attorney General News
Washington and a multistate coalition secure preliminary injunction preserving access to key social services

SEATTLE – A multistate coalition co-led by the Washington State Attorney General’s Office has secured a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s attempt to prevent millions of vulnerable Americans from accessing essential health, education, and social service programs.

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09/11/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

The fifteenth annual campaign connects people who want to learn more about electric vehicles to EV drivers, fleet managers and other experts who provide information about incentives, charging, cost-saving benefits and answers to frequently asked questions. Plus, many events offer test...

09/11/2025   PR Web Government

The fifteenth annual campaign connects people who want to learn more about electric vehicles to EV drivers, fleet managers and other experts who provide information about incentives, charging, cost-saving benefits and answers to frequently asked questions. Plus, many events offer test...

09/10/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown helps Washingtonians track state litigation against the Trump administration

SEATTLE – At an average of more than one lawsuit a week, Washington state has sued the Trump administration 37 times since January.

The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) filed these lawsuits to fight for the civil rights and privacy of Washingtonians, and to protect $14 billion in federal funding that supports vital public services for people across the state. Summaries of these lawsuits, and links to the case dockets are now available.

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09/10/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Proactive support system allows users to schedule wellness calls during psychedelic experiences, eliminating barriers to accessing help when needed most SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fireside Project, the leading provider of psychedelic support services, today...

09/10/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

ERB Announces Investment and Strategic Partnership with Wild Zebra NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Educational Records Bureau (ERB), a not-for-profit organization serving independent schools for nearly 100 years, today announced a strategic partnership with Wild Zebra,...

09/10/2025   PR Web Government

Proactive support system allows users to schedule wellness calls during psychedelic experiences, eliminating barriers to accessing help when needed most SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fireside Project, the leading provider of psychedelic support services, today...

09/10/2025   PR Web Government

ERB Announces Investment and Strategic Partnership with Wild Zebra NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Educational Records Bureau (ERB), a not-for-profit organization serving independent schools for nearly 100 years, today announced a strategic partnership with Wild Zebra,...

09/10/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

As hunger rates climb nationwide, one county found a way to reverse the trend — and its model shows how other communities could do the same. PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla., Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- What if every community had a roadmap to cut hunger rates? In Palm Beach County,...

09/10/2025   PR Web Government

As hunger rates climb nationwide, one county found a way to reverse the trend — and its model shows how other communities could do the same. PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla., Sept. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- What if every community had a roadmap to cut hunger rates? In Palm Beach County,...

09/09/2025   Washington Attorney General News
El Procurador General Brown condena el fallo de inmigración de la Corte Suprema de EE. UU.
SEATTLE – El Procurador General Nick Brown emitió un comunicado sobre el fallo de la Corte Suprema de EE. UU. sobre los controles migratorios en Los Ángeles. 
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09/09/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown issues statement condemning U.S. Supreme Court ruling on immigration-related stops in Los Angeles

SEATTLE – Attorney General Nick Brown has issued a statement on the

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09/09/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

Greenberg Traurig, LLP International Arbitration Of Counsel Aurore Nicaud was admitted as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) in London. MIAMI, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Greenberg Traurig, LLP International Arbitration Of Counsel Aurore Nicaud was admitted...

09/09/2025   PR Web Government

Greenberg Traurig, LLP International Arbitration Of Counsel Aurore Nicaud was admitted as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) in London. MIAMI, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Greenberg Traurig, LLP International Arbitration Of Counsel Aurore Nicaud was admitted...

09/09/2025   PR Web Government - Legislative

California Department of Rehabilitation Partners with IWSI America to Create Career Pathways for Californians with Disabilities Across High-Demand Industries LOS ANGELES, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Institute for Workplace Skills and Innovation America (IWSI America) in...

09/09/2025   PR Web Government

California Department of Rehabilitation Partners with IWSI America to Create Career Pathways for Californians with Disabilities Across High-Demand Industries LOS ANGELES, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Institute for Workplace Skills and Innovation America (IWSI America) in...

09/04/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown calls on Trump to end illegal National Guard deployments in American cities

SEATTLE — Attorney General Nick Brown today released a statement on the president’s continued illegal deployments of the National Guard and

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09/03/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown statement regarding court order in Google search engine monopoly case

SEATTLE — A federal judge who previously ruled Google held an illegal monopoly over internet search traffic has curtailed the company's ability to enter into exclusive search contracts and will require it to share certain data with competitors under an order issued Tuesday.
 
“Google’s monopoly over search engine traffic has illegally held competition back for years,” Brown said. “The court’s order will finally begin to open more competition for the benefit of consumers and the businesses that advertise via search engines.”
 

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08/29/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AGs prevent $184 million cut to AmeriCorps service programs

SEATTLE – More than $21 million in funding for AmeriCorps service and volunteer programs in Washington has been secured as a result of a lawsuit filed by Attorney General Nick Brown and a multistate coalition. 

The White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) agreed Thursday to release over $184 million in funding for AmeriCorps service programs across the country, including $2.4 million designated for Washington for fiscal year 2025. OMB’s attempted cuts threatened the survival of those programs and the well-being of those who depend on them.

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08/29/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown’s Labor Day Report recommends action for worker protections

SEATTLE – Attorney General Nick Brown is recommending four actions in this year’s AGO Labor Day Report. The report highlights the AGO’s efforts over the past year, including fighting wage theft, defending federal employees, and protecting farm workers from discrimination.

The report recommendations:

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08/26/2025   Washington Attorney General News
WA leads states supporting Colorado law banning conversion ‘therapy’ for minors

SEATTLE – Attorney General Nick Brown today led a multistate coalition in an amicus brief at the U.S. Supreme Court defending a Colorado law that prohibits licensed health professionals from practicing conversion “therapy” on minors.

Conversion “therapy,” also called sexual orientation or gender identity change efforts, are harmful and ineffective practices that attempt to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity.

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08/26/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AGs secure federal education funding previously threatened by Trump administration

(Updated on August 27, 2025, to clarify when the funding was released.)

SEATTLE – Attorneys general, including Washington’s Nick Brown, have reached an agreement requiring the Trump administration to release the full balance of education funding for Washington schools at the heart of a multistate lawsuit filed last month.

Under the terms of the agreement and as required by law, the U.S. Department of Education must release the funds by no later than October 3.

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08/20/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown petitions the FDA to remove burdensome restrictions on mifepristone

SEATTLE – Attorney General Nick Brown and 16 other states, as well as the District of Columbia, are requesting the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) remove burdensome restrictions on mifepristone, one of two drugs used in medication abortions, the most common means of abortion in the U.S.

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08/19/2025   Washington Attorney General News
Dept. of Education puts student mental health at risk, states warn in new letter

SEATTLE – The U.S. Department of Education should not limit schools’ abilities to support students’ mental health needs and create a bureaucratic mess for districts seeking grant funding, 18 attorneys general warn in a new multistate comment letter submitted to the department Monday by the Washington State Attorney General’s Office.

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08/18/2025   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown sues the Trump administration for imposing illegal conditions on funds used to support victims of crime

SEATTLE – Attorney General Nick Brown today joined 19 states and the District of Columbia in suing the Trump administration for attempting to block access to more than $1 billion that Congress intended to go to victims and survivors of crimes under the Victims of Crime Act.

The administration threatens to withhold the funds unless states agree to unlawfully imposed immigration enforcement requirements on congressionally authorized grants for victims—jeopardizing more than $34 million slated for Washington programs in fiscal year 2025.

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