New York Attorney General Letitia James
Coverage of New York Attorney General Letitia James in the Nexus archive.
- Paramount agrees to delay closing Warner buyout for months while judge considers states’ challenge
Paramount agreed to delay closing its $81 billion buyout of Warner Bros. Discovery until next year to allow a judge to evaluate a challenge from 12 states seeking to block the merger. A U.S. District Judge granted a temporary restraining order, citing concerns the deal could reduce competition in Hollywood.
- Have you bought these medications in New York? Find out if you’re entitled to compensation for being overcharged after a recent court order
A $25 million settlement involving Glenmark Pharmaceuticals and other companies was reached after allegations of price-fixing for over 100 generic drugs. Consumers who purchased medications like Prozac, Adderall, and Flonase between 2009 and 2019 may be eligible for compensation.
- Cash App agrees to $45 million settlement over shoddy account security and customer service
Cash App, operated by Block, Inc., agreed to a $45 million settlement with 46 state attorneys general over inadequate account security, deceptive marketing of FDIC insurance, and promotions that facilitated fraud. The states alleged the company delayed implementing customer support until 2021, allowed fake help lines to proliferate, and misled users about safety features.
- Zelle to expand peer-to-peer payment service to India this year
Zelle, operated by Early Warning Services, will expand its peer-to-peer payment service to India this year, marking its first international market. The company also announced the creation of ZelleUSD, a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin, to support future international growth. Zelle processed over $1.2 trillion in transactions in 2025 but faces ongoing legal challenges related to fraud and unauthorized transfers.
- Democratic state AGs say their staff excluded from Vance anti-fraud meeting
Democratic state attorneys general from multiple states were excluded from a White House anti-fraud meeting led by Vice President JD Vance, which was attended by Republican AGs. Democratic AGs criticized the exclusion, stating their expert staff had RSVP'd but were denied access, with reasons provided appearing inconsistent.