Liz Murrill

Governor Jeff Landry stated he will not speak personally to New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno until an investigation determines who was responsible for the July indictment of Attorney General Liz Murrill. This statement reflects the deteriorated relationship between New Orleans and state leaders following allegations that the criminal proceedings were politically motivated. The core conflict relates to a grand jury indictment over letters Murrill had sent warning New Orleans officials about potential elections.

Dozens of parish-level leaders and volunteers left Louisiana Deserves Better, a recall campaign targeting Gov. Jeff Landry and Attorney General Liz Murrill, citing financial mismanagement and lack of transparency by chairperson Marian Gbaiwon. Volunteers attempted to deliver collected signatures but received no guarantees from Gbaiwon, who paused the campaign amid internal disputes.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced her office is reviewing Dr. Anthony Fauci's newly revealed diary to determine if it conflicts with his previous sworn testimony regarding COVID-19 policies. The review is part of a free speech lawsuit.

Dozens of parish leaders and volunteers from Louisiana Deserves Better, a campaign to recall Gov. Jeff Landry and state Attorney General Liz Murrill, have left due to alleged financial mismanagement and poor leadership by the group's chairperson, Marian Gbaiwon. Volunteers attempted to deliver collected signatures to Gbaiwon's headquarters but were met with no response, following internal disputes that led to over 100 leaders and volunteers exiting the campaign.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill-backed laws targeting public safety, AI abuse, crime victims, and student-athlete NIL deals took effect on August 1. The laws focus on measures to address public shootings and regulate emerging technologies.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill said the state will investigate Dr. Anthony Fauci following a Senate hearing where he invoked the Fifth Amendment. The announcement was made on social media, noting that Louisiana and Missouri deposed Fauci.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci following his invocation of the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing. Louisiana will join Alabama and Florida in examining Fauci under state law, despite his federal pardon by former President Joe Biden.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci, former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, following his invocation of the Fifth Amendment 111 times during a Senate hearing. Louisiana will join Alabama and Florida in examining Fauci for potential state-level offenses after finding records contradicting his claims of not recalling key details.

A special prosecutor dismissed felony charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, who was accused of threatening officials opposing a court overhaul in New Orleans. The dismissal followed a Louisiana Supreme Court ruling that the indictment process was flawed and pressure from local officials, with Murrill claiming the case was malicious. Political tensions between state Republicans and New Orleans Democrats over the court changes contributed to the dispute.

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry and Attorney General Liz Murrill stated that New Orleans officials should face consequences following the withdrawal of criminal charges against Murrill. The charges, related to a letter Murrill sent to city leaders, were dropped by a special prosecutor, but Murrill claimed the indictment was politically motivated and warned of broader implications for the grand jury system.

A special prosecutor dismissed felony charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, who faced accusations of threatening jobs of New Orleans officials opposing a court overhaul. The case was paused due to procedural issues, and the dismissal followed a letter from city officials urging the special prosecutor to drop the case. Murrill claimed the charges were malicious, while Republican Governor Jeff Landry pledged support.

The charges against Liz Murrill, including malfeasance in office, intimidation, and retaliation against a public official, have been dismissed.

Charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, including public intimidation and malfeasance, were dropped by special prosecutor Laurie White at the request of New Orleans officials. Murrill claimed no crime was committed, while the dispute centered on her warning to city officials about potential charges under state usurper laws related to a court clerk's position.

Rep. Clay Higgins has requested the FBI to investigate the Orleans Parish grand jury that indicted Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill. The charges were later dismissed, and Louisiana's governor ordered a state police investigation into the same proceedings.

A special prosecutor dismissed felony charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, who faced accusations of threatening officials opposing a court overhaul in New Orleans. The case was delayed due to procedural issues, and Murrill called the charges baseless, while local leaders urged the dismissal. Political tensions arose between state Republicans and Democratic New Orleans officials over a law consolidating court clerk offices.

A special prosecutor dismissed felony charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, who faced accusations of threatening New Orleans officials over a court overhaul. The case was previously put on hold by the Louisiana Supreme Court due to procedural issues. Political tensions between state Republicans and New Orleans Democrats, including accusations of intimidation, were central to the dispute.

Criminal charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill were dismissed by special prosecutor Laurie A. White after receiving letters from alleged victims urging the case to be dropped. Murrill faced 16 felony counts, including malfeasance in office and public intimidation, related to letters she sent to New Orleans city officials.

New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno and city leaders requested a special prosecutor to dismiss criminal charges against Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill. The charges stem from a legal dispute over the appointment of an interim court clerk and an alleged threat to jail the appointee. A grand jury indicted Murrill on 16 counts of intimidation and malfeasance.

New Orleans city leaders are urging to end the criminal case against Liz Murrill. The case involves Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill.

New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno and other officials allegedly threatened by Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill requested a special prosecutor to dismiss a 16-count felony indictment against Murrill. The charges stem from letters Murrill sent to city officials allegedly threatening removal if they opposed a state law consolidating court clerk positions. The request for dismissal cited concerns about public interest and legal viability, with the Louisiana Supreme Court having issued an emergency stay.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill was indicted by a New Orleans grand jury, but the identity of who initiated the investigation remains unclear. Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams and New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno denied involvement, and legal experts note the secrecy of grand jury proceedings may prevent public disclosure.

A Baton Rouge judge temporarily blocked a state law that would eliminate three judgeships in New Orleans. The preliminary injunction pauses Act 748, which reduces Orleans Parish criminal court judges from 12 to 9. Judges John Fuller, Simone Levine, and Rhonda Goode-Douglas are affected, with a lawsuit arguing the law violated constitutional requirements for amending elected offices.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill has filed motions to subpoena records from Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams and special prosecutor Laurie White to challenge her indictment on eight counts of malfeasance and public intimidation. The charges relate to letters she sent to city officials in May about a special election, and the Louisiana Supreme Court has stayed the indictment while revoking her arrest warrant. Murrill seeks internal communications and correspondence involving multiple officials and media organizations.

Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry stated New Orleans is no longer as crucial to the state's economic success as previously believed, amid tensions between state Republicans and New Orleans Democrats. Landry criticized New Orleans for its political stance and blocked a city loan, while New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno defended the city as Louisiana's largest economic engine.

Leon Cannizzaro, former Orleans District Attorney, has been appointed to the Judiciary Commission of Louisiana, an independent body overseeing judicial conduct. The appointment by Speaker Phillip DeVillier will begin in 2026, following his retirement from the Attorney General’s office. Criminal justice advocates have criticized the appointment due to Cannizzaro's past aggressive prosecutorial tactics and controversies.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill's legal team requested a judge to subpoena communications between Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams and special prosecutor Laurie A. White regarding a grand jury investigation that led to Murrill's indictment on 16 counts of malfeasance and public intimidation. The charges stem from letters Murrill sent to officials threatening their removal over resistance to a state law consolidating clerks' offices.

Governor Jeff Landry claims New Orleans is no longer as economically central to Louisiana as it once was, amid tensions with New Orleans Democrats. Landry criticized the city's special status and blocked state approval of a loan, while New Orleans Mayor Helena Moreno defended the city as the state's largest economic engine. Landry also eliminated funding for New Orleans-based projects and positions, citing unfair resource distribution.

Leon Cannizzaro, who previously led the criminal division of Louisiana's Attorney General's office, has been appointed to the Judiciary Commission of Louisiana. His appointment has raised concerns among criminal justice reform advocates due to his history of aggressive tactics and controversial practices during his tenure as Orleans Parish District Attorney.

Gov. Jeff Landry accused New Orleans of using the state as an ATM after the city withdrew a $110 million private loan request. Mayor Helena Moreno stated the city found another path through 2026 but warned of potential budget challenges, including cuts and delayed projects.

The Louisiana Supreme Court appointed Robert Chaisson to oversee the criminal case against Liz Murrill, who was indicted on charges of public intimidation and malfeasance in office. The charges stem from letters she sent to city leaders asserting a law allowing her to remove them from office.

Louisiana will receive $557,086.81 from a $45 million multistate settlement with Block, Inc. (Cash App) over allegations the company misled users about platform safety, failed to protect against fraud, and inadequately addressed scamming risks. The settlement, led by Oregon and Texas, resolves claims that Cash App's weak security and policies exposed users to fraud, including fake customer service lines and vulnerable promotions like Cash App Fridays.

Louisiana now requires NIL agents to register with the state, including background checks and training. Act 895, signed by Gov. Jeff Landry, imposes penalties for non-compliance, while Act 810, effective Aug. 1, regulates high school NIL deals with parental consent and industry restrictions.

A Louisiana Supreme Court stay has halted the criminal case against Attorney General Liz Murrill, who was indicted by an Orleans Parish grand jury on 16 counts of intimidation and malfeasance. A legal expert cited procedural irregularities in the indictment process, including a closed court return and leaks from the grand jury, as reasons the case may be dismissed.

The Louisiana Supreme Court quashed an arrest warrant for Attorney General Liz Murrill and stayed a 16-count indictment against her related to a letter she sent to New Orleans officials. The court cited questionable grand jury proceedings and procedural irregularities, allowing Murrill to seek dismissal of the charges.

The Louisiana Supreme Court ordered the removal of the arrest warrant for Attorney General Liz Murrill on Friday, July 3. The decision was made late in the evening.

The Louisiana Supreme Court vacated an arrest warrant for Attorney General Liz Murrill after granting her a stay of indictment on 16 felony counts. The 4-3 decision ordered the warrant recalled, with dissenting justices criticizing the majority for bypassing procedural norms. The court directed officials to remove the warrant from law enforcement databases.

The Louisiana Supreme Court has paused a case against the State Attorney General. Attorney General Liz Murrill was photographed in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in May.

The Louisiana Supreme Court halted the criminal case against state Attorney General Liz Murrill after finding procedural flaws in the indictment, including conflicts of interest involving special prosecutor Laurie White. The case stems from a political dispute over court system changes and a contested clerk position in New Orleans, where Democrats control the city government.

Louisiana's Supreme Court has halted the criminal case against state Attorney General Liz Murrill. The court's decision temporarily stops proceedings in the matter.

The Louisiana Supreme Court granted Attorney General Liz Murrill’s motion for a stay of her indictment in Orleans Parish, citing concerns about defects in grand jury proceedings. Murrill called the charges retaliatory and stated she will continue her duties while pursuing legal motions to dismiss the case.