state attorney general

A runoff for multiple South Carolina primary races is scheduled for June 23, 2026, including the Republican gubernatorial nomination between Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson, who will face Jermaine Johnson in the general election. Additional Republican runoffs are set for attorney general and agriculture commissioner nominations.

A California law inspired by George Floyd's death transferred fatal police shooting investigations from local authorities to the state attorney general to ensure independence and speed. However, the attorney general's office has faced significant delays, with most investigations exceeding two years and some surpassing three years, leading to missed statute of limitations and no officer prosecutions or decertifications.

Xavier Becerra has served as state attorney general and a cabinet member in the Biden administration. Some voters support his experience, while critics accuse him of weak leadership.

The US Supreme Court unanimously revived a federal lawsuit by anti-abortion 'crisis pregnancy centers' in New Jersey, blocking a state investigation into alleged deceptive practices. The decision overturned a lower court ruling that dismissed the case, which involved First Choice Women’s Resource Centers challenging subpoenas for donor and doctor information.