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Attorneys general defend DEI initiatives against recent criticisms
Carson City, NV — Attorney General Aaron Ford announced today his participation in a coalition of 19 attorneys general, led by Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, to issue a letter defending diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The letter addresses the American Bar Association (ABA), Fortune 100 company CEOs, and other leaders to counter what they describe as baseless attacks on DEI efforts.
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Settlement reached over alleged deceptive marketing by Johnson & Johnson
Carson City, NV — Attorney General Aaron Ford announced today that he and 42 other attorneys general have reached a $700 million nationwide settlement to resolve allegations related to the marketing of Johnson & Johnson’s baby powder and body powder products containing talc. As part of this settlement, pending judicial approval, Nevada will receive $6,131,236.22.
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Attorneys general call for DOJ probe into Garrett Foster's murder following Texas pardon
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced his participation in a coalition of 13 attorneys general urging the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to open a civil rights investigation into the July 2020 murder of Garrett Foster. Foster was protesting racial injustice when he was shot and killed by Daniel Perry in Austin, Texas. Although a jury found Perry guilty of murder in April 2023, Texas Governor Greg Abbott pardoned him earlier this month, citing Texas’ “Stand Your Ground” law.
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AG Ford joins antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron Ford announced today that he has joined the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and a bipartisan coalition of 30 attorneys general in an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. The lawsuit alleges that Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, has monopolized the live entertainment industry and increased prices for live shows in Nevada and across the country.
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Attorney General Ford receives 2024 Ellis Island Medal of Honor
Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has been announced as a recipient of the 2024 Ellis Island Honors Society (EIHS) Medal of Honor. This prestigious award recognizes his exceptional commitment to serving the nation with integrity, a passion for social and humanitarian causes, and dedication to diversity. The Ellis Island Medal of Honor is one of our nation’s most esteemed awards, celebrating those inspirational Americans who selflessly work towards the betterment of our country and its citizens.
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Wireless carriers settle over deceptive advertising: Attorney General Ford announces
Attorney General Aaron Ford has announced a settlement of $10.25 million across 50 jurisdictions with AT&T Mobility, Cricket Wireless, T-Mobile USA, Inc., Cellco Partnership (also known as Verizon Wireless), and TracFone Wireless, Inc. This resolution comes in response to state attorneys general investigations into the wireless carriers' deceptive and misleading advertising practices.
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Attorney General Ford Applauds Nevada Supreme Court Decision Upholding Ban on ‘Ghost Guns’
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has welcomed the ruling by the Nevada Supreme Court that upholds the ban on 'ghost guns' as constitutional. The decision overturns a previous ruling that deemed a Nevada statute on 'ghost guns' as unconstitutionally vague.In response to the court's decision, AG Ford expressed his satisfaction, stating, "The ban on ‘ghost guns’ is one of the most impactful pieces of legislation that we have seen come through Carson City. Today’s decision by the Nevada Supreme Court is a win for public safety and creates sensible, practical measures to...
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Attorney General Ford Announces Sentencing of Las Vegas Man Convicted of Soliciting a Minor During Super Bowl Weekend
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced the sentencing of Nicholas Hardin, 36, who was arrested during Super Bowl LVII weekend for soliciting a minor. Judge Jasmin Lilly Spells of the Eighth Judicial District Court sentenced Hardin to 19-48 months in the Nevada Department of Corrections. In addition, Hardin agreed to the revocation of his probation in another case and the imposition of his underlying suspended sentence of 28-72 months, with both sentences to run concurrently."Our office works diligently with our law enforcement partners and is always on alert...
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AG Aaron Ford: ‘The FTC and Congress must act to ensure fulsome regulation of PBMs nationwide’
State Attorney General Aaron Ford (D-Nevada) sent a letter to U.S. Congressional leadership this week saying Congress should “act to ensure fulsome regulation of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).
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Nevada's Ford on opioid lawsuit settlements: 'There is still much more to be done'
Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford announced that the State has settled two more opioid lawsuits, bringing in tens of millions of dollars to help combat the opioid crisis.
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Nevada earns spot in top 10 worst states to be police officer
Nevada has been placed in the top 10 worst states to be a police officer.
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Attorney General Ford unveils online tool for tracking opioid litigation funds
Carson City, NV – Today, Attorney General Aaron D. Ford announced the creation of a dashboard application that allows public access to allocations, costs, and attorney’s fees associated with the $1.1 billion secured by the Office of the Attorney General through opioid litigation.