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Attorney General Skrmetti Appoints Madeline Clark as Tennessee Solicitor General
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 18 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news:
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Attorney General Skrmetti Appoints Madeline Clark as Tennessee Solicitor General
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Today, Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced the appointment of Madeline Clark as Solicitor General for the State of Tennessee, starting June 8, 2026. Clark succeeds Matt Rice, who will depart the office in June to join Kirkland & Ellis.
General Skrmetti had the following to say about Clark's appointment:
"Maddy Clark is exactly the kind of lawyer we want standing up for Tennessee. She comes
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NASHVILLE, Tennessee, May 18 -- Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued the following news:
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Attorney General Skrmetti Appoints Madeline Clark as Tennessee Solicitor General
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Today, Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced the appointment of Madeline Clark as Solicitor General for the State of Tennessee, starting June 8, 2026. Clark succeeds Matt Rice, who will depart the office in June to join Kirkland & Ellis.
General Skrmetti had the following to say about Clark's appointment:
"Maddy Clark is exactly the kind of lawyer we want standing up for Tennessee. She comesexceptionally prepared for this job through her clerkships for Justices Thomas and Barrett as well as Judge Pryor, plus her elite litigation experience in private practice. And of course, she has already put her extraordinary legal talent to work for our State as our principal deputy solicitor general. I have every confidence Maddy will step into her new role with excellence and integrity. I'm proud she will be leading our appellate team and excited to see what she does." Clark joined the Tennessee Attorney General's Office in December 2025 as Principal Deputy Solicitor General, where she quickly carved out a pivotal role in the office's national coalition work and complex appellate litigation. Prior to joining the office, she was an associate at Jones Day, one of the nation's preeminent litigation firms.
Clark's credentials include judicial clerkships with two Associate Justices of the United States Supreme Court-Justice Clarence Thomas and Justice Amy Coney Barrett-a remarkable distinction that demonstrates both her academic excellence and her standing among the nation's elite appellate practitioners.
"I am honored to serve the people of Tennessee in this role," said Clark. "I look forward to building on the outstanding legacy of the Tennessee Solicitor General's Office."
As Solicitor General, Clark will oversee the office's appellate litigation.
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Original text here: https://www.tn.gov/attorneygeneral/news/2026/5/18/pr26-20.html
Attorney General Phil Weiser statement on Colorado Supreme Court directing Children's Hospital to resume gender-affirming care
DENVER, Colorado, May 18 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Phil Weiser statement on Colorado Supreme Court directing Children's Hospital to resume gender-affirming care
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Attorney General Phil Weiser released the following statement regarding the opinion from the Colorado Supreme Court in Boe v. Children's Hospital Colorado:
"With today's Colorado Supreme Court decision, Colorado families are finally going to get relief after months of uncertainty over whether their children would get the lifesaving care they need.
The reason
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DENVER, Colorado, May 18 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Phil Weiser statement on Colorado Supreme Court directing Children's Hospital to resume gender-affirming care
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Attorney General Phil Weiser released the following statement regarding the opinion from the Colorado Supreme Court in Boe v. Children's Hospital Colorado:
"With today's Colorado Supreme Court decision, Colorado families are finally going to get relief after months of uncertainty over whether their children would get the lifesaving care they need.
The reasonwe are here today is because of the unrelenting attacks and the singling out of transgender youth by the Trump administration.
I was part of a coalition of state attorneys general that last month secured a federal court order blocking HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., from attempting to unlawfully exclude healthcare providers from Medicare and Medicaid programs simply for providing care for transgender youth.
"The Colorado Supreme Court decision and the Oregon federal court order should give Children's Hospital Colorado the direction it needs to resume gender-affirming care, and I hope the hospital will not delay another day."
Colorado is part of a coalition of states that sued over a so-called "declaration" issued by Secretary Kennedy that falsely claims certain forms of gender-affirming care are "unsafe and ineffective" and threatens doctors, hospitals, and clinics that provide this care from participating in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. On April 18, a federal court in Oregon issued an order blocking the federal government's threats.
Media Contact:
Lawrence Pacheco
Chief Communications Officer
(720) 508-6553 office
lawrence.pacheco@coag.gov
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Original text here: https://coag.gov/press-releases/attorney-general-phil-weiser-statement-on-colorado-supreme-court-directing-childrens-hospital-to-resume-gender-affirming-care/
Attorney General Ken Paxton Investigates Southern Poverty Law Center for Funding the Violent Extremist Groups That It Claimed to Oppose
AUSTIN, Texas, May 18 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Ken Paxton Investigates Southern Poverty Law Center for Funding the Violent Extremist Groups That It Claimed to Oppose
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Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center ("SPLC") over the organization's funding of certain violent extremist groups that it claimed to oppose.
The SPLC claims to oppose "hate groups" and protect certain individuals and ideologies from targeted discrimination and language. The SPLC monitors and labels a
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AUSTIN, Texas, May 18 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Ken Paxton Investigates Southern Poverty Law Center for Funding the Violent Extremist Groups That It Claimed to Oppose
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Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center ("SPLC") over the organization's funding of certain violent extremist groups that it claimed to oppose.
The SPLC claims to oppose "hate groups" and protect certain individuals and ideologies from targeted discrimination and language. The SPLC monitors and labels abroad range of organizations as hate groups and claims to combat extremist activity.
In April 2026, SPLC was indicted on federal fraud charges for improperly raising millions of dollars to secretly pay leaders of the Ku Klux Klan ("KKK") and other groups. President Trump's Department of Justice ("DOJ") has said that the group defrauded donors by using their money to fund the very extremism it claimed to be fighting. This was done using more than $3 million that was paid to individuals associated with the groups. SPLC claims that this was done with the intent to obtain insider information although investigations have suggested that some of the money was used by extremists to carry out other crimes. Additionally, donors were not informed that their contributions could be used to financially support individuals affiliated with groups that SPLC claimed to be opposing.
"The radical, woke SPLC was funding the very groups it was claiming to oppose. My office will ensure that the organization is held accountable for its blatant deception," said Attorney General Paxton. "Donors of the SPLC deserve to know if they have been manipulated into supporting a non-profit that gives millions of dollars to the KKK and other groups that they thought they were opposing."
Attorney General Paxton is investigating the organization to determine the extent of deceptive donor solicitations and other violations of Texas law. As part of the investigation, the OAG has issued a Civil Investigative Demand ("CID") to the organization.
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Original text here: https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/news/releases/attorney-general-ken-paxton-investigates-southern-poverty-law-center-funding-violent-extremist
Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers About Price Gouging During Long Island Rail Road Strike
ALBANY, New York, May 18 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release:
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Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers About Price Gouging During Long Island Rail Road Strike
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NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert warning New Yorkers to beware of price gouging of transportation services amid the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) workers' strike. New York's price gouging laws prohibit businesses from unconscionably increasing prices on goods or services, including transportation, that are vital to consumers' health, safety,
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ALBANY, New York, May 18 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release:
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Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers About Price Gouging During Long Island Rail Road Strike
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NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert warning New Yorkers to beware of price gouging of transportation services amid the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) workers' strike. New York's price gouging laws prohibit businesses from unconscionably increasing prices on goods or services, including transportation, that are vital to consumers' health, safety,or welfare during market disruptions. Train service at all LIRR stations has shut down, forcing New Yorkers to rely on alternative means of transportation. Attorney General James is encouraging anyone who encounters excessively higher prices of rideshare services, car rentals, and parking to report it to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG).
"As New Yorkers face a complete shutdown of LIRR service, many are counting on rideshares, rental cars, and other services to help them commute," Attorney General James. "This strike is no excuse for companies to unfairly raise prices on New Yorkers. We will not tolerate price gouging, and I encourage everyone to remain vigilant and report illegal price hikes to my office."
New York's price gouging law covers New York state vendors, retailers, and suppliers, and includes essential goods and services that are necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of consumers or the general public. These goods and services include food, water, gasoline, hotel lodging, and transportation options.
When reporting price gouging to OAG, consumers should:
* Report the specific increased prices, dates, and places that they saw the increased prices; and
* Provide copies of their sales receipts and photos of the advertised prices, if available.
Price gouging violations can carry penalties of up to $25,000 per violation. New Yorkers should report potential concerns about price gouging to OAG by filing a complaint online or calling 800-771-7755.
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Original text here: https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2026/attorney-general-james-warns-new-yorkers-about-price-gouging-during-long-island
AG Nessel Secures $108 Million Settlement with Monsanto for Impacts from Toxic PCBs
LANSING, Michigan, May 18 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Secures $108 Million Settlement with Monsanto for Impacts from Toxic PCBs
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LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has secured a $108 million settlement with Monsanto Company (PDF), the major manufacturer of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and affiliated companies Solutia Inc. and Pharmacia LLC to address harms from PCB contamination in the State of Michigan. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and the Michigan Department of Natural
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LANSING, Michigan, May 18 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Secures $108 Million Settlement with Monsanto for Impacts from Toxic PCBs
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LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has secured a $108 million settlement with Monsanto Company (PDF), the major manufacturer of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and affiliated companies Solutia Inc. and Pharmacia LLC to address harms from PCB contamination in the State of Michigan. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and the Michigan Department of NaturalResources (DNR) will jointly oversee the use of funds to remediate PCB-contaminated property and resources and restore natural resources adversely impacted by contamination.
"Despite being banned for years in the United States, PCBs leave a toxic legacy that continues to threaten our health and environment," said Attorney General Nessel. "This settlement directly supports our efforts to hold corporations accountable for the pollution caused by their products and ensures that we have the resources needed to remove these chemicals from our state."
Under the agreement, Monsanto will pay an initial $32 million in June 2026 and another $32 million by March 2027. The settlement also includes a "contingency amount" tied to the outcome of related legal actions. The contingency guarantees an additional payment between $44 million and $176 million. Under these terms, Michigan will receive at least $108 million, with a possible maximum amount of $240 million.
PCBs are a group of human-made chemicals once used in a variety of manufacturing processes and for products ranging from coolants and lubricants to caulks, paper products, sealants, and electrical equipment. PCBs are banned for sale and manufacture in the United States due to their toxicity and their tendency to "bioaccumulate," meaning the chemicals accumulate in an organism over time, and that accumulation continues up the food chain through consumption of contaminated plants and animals. In areas affected by PCB contamination, the wildlife and fish may contain unsafe levels of the chemicals. To prevent unsafe exposure to PCBs and other chemicals, Michigan issues the Eat Safe Fish guidelines.
With this settlement, EGLE and DNR will establish a joint decision-making framework to identify PCB remediation and resource restoration projects that reduce risks to public health, reduce bioaccumulation of PCBs in fish and wildlife, and restore PCB impacted areas in ways that increase the overall health of Michigan's natural resources. DNR and EGLE will seek input from local governments, Tribes, and organizations interested in addressing PCB harms in Michigan, and will make some of the settlement funds available as grants and matching funds to promote efficient and effective use of the funds.
"This agreement represents an important step in addressing Michigan's legacy PCB contamination and supporting ongoing efforts to reduce risks to communities and our natural resources," said EGLE Director Phil Roos. "We are pleased this settlement will help advance EGLE's work to protect public health and restore areas affected by PCBs. We look forward to working with our partners to ensure these dollars are used effectively for the benefit of Michigan residents."
"We recognize the damage these forever chemicals have done to human health, the environment, and natural resources in our state," said Scott Bowen, director of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. "We are grateful to the Attorney General for securing this funding. We look forward to working with the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to identify projects that will remove these toxins from our environment, increase public health and aid in restoring the quality of Michigan's world class lands, waters, fish and wildlife."
The Michigan Department of Attorney General was assisted in the claims and settlement by a team of Special Assistant Attorneys General (SAAGs). The SAAGs were reviewed and selected through a Request for Proposals process conducted in 2025.
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Original text here: https://www.michigan.gov/ag/news/press-releases/2026/05/18/ag-nessel-secures-settlement-with-monsanto-for-impacts-from-toxic-pcbs
Ga. A.G. Carr's Gang Prosecution Unit Indicts Three for Deadly Assault in Dougherty County
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 16 -- Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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Carr's Gang Prosecution Unit Indicts Three for Deadly Assault in Dougherty County
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that three individuals have been indicted in Dougherty County in connection with the death of 24-year-old Ricky Williams, who was beaten and passed away as a result of his injuries on Jan. 4, 2026. As asserted in the indictment, the defendants are members of the Inglewood Family Gangster Bloods (IFGB), and they are alleged to have committed
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ATLANTA, Georgia, May 16 -- Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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Carr's Gang Prosecution Unit Indicts Three for Deadly Assault in Dougherty County
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr today announced that three individuals have been indicted in Dougherty County in connection with the death of 24-year-old Ricky Williams, who was beaten and passed away as a result of his injuries on Jan. 4, 2026. As asserted in the indictment, the defendants are members of the Inglewood Family Gangster Bloods (IFGB), and they are alleged to have committedthe assault in furtherance of the gang. All three are facing various charges, including Felony Murder.
"The violence that's taken place in Dougherty County is absolutely unacceptable, and we're going after those responsible," said Attorney General Chris Carr. "That's why we expanded our Gang Prosecution Unit to Albany, and we're fighting each day to keep Georgians safe. If you're engaged in gang activity and putting families and children at risk, we will find you, arrest you, and prosecute you to the fullest extent of the law."
This case was investigated by the Albany Police Department and the Attorney General's Gang Prosecution Unit.
"The Albany Police Department remains committed to working alongside the Attorney General's Gang Prosecution Unit to hold violent offenders accountable," said Albany Police Chief Michael Persley. "The death of Ricky Williams was a tragic and senseless loss, and we are steadfast in our efforts to protect our community from gang related violence. We appreciate the continued partnership that helps ensure those who threaten the safety of our residents are brought to justice."
Inglewood Family Gangster Bloods
The Inglewood Family Gangster Bloods is based out of Inglewood, California, and is one of the oldest Blood sets. It has several subsets, including the 80's (most common in Albany, Georgia) and 77th.
Altogether, Carr's Gang Prosecution Unit, which has a regional office in Albany, has worked with the Albany Police Department to secure nearly 20 convictions in Dougherty County alone with 15 of those convictions involving individuals associated with the Inglewood Family Gangster Bloods. This includes several members and high-ranking IFGB associates who were previously convicted in connection with the trafficking of a missing 16-year-old female. More information about that case can be found here (https://law.georgia.gov/press-releases/2025-04-30/carr-dougherty-county-gang-member-convicted-trafficking-missing-teen).
Dougherty County Indictment
On May 13, 2026, the Attorney General's Gang Prosecution Unit presented evidence to a Dougherty County Grand Jury, resulting in the indictment* of Konterrious Floyd, Levontay McDaniel, and Kawaski Brantley.
Specifically, the defendants are facing the following charges.
Konterrious Floyd (aka "Dan the Man"), 28, of Albany:
* 1 count of Felony Murder
* 1 count of Aggravated Assault
* 10 counts of Violation of the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act
* 1 count of Illegal Use of Communication Device
Levontay McDaniel (aka "YBA Jit"), 26, of Sylvester:
* 1 count of Felony Murder
* 1 count of Aggravated Assault
* 10 counts of Violation of the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act
* 1 count of Illegal Use of Communication Device
Kawaski Brantley (aka "Hvncho Gotti"), 33, of Hampton:
* 1 count of Felony Murder
* 1 count of Aggravated Assault
* 6 counts of Violation of the Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act
A copy of the indictment can be found here (https://law.georgia.gov/document/document/051426-dougherty-county-gang-indictmentpdf/download). No further information about the investigation or the indictment may be released at this time by the Attorney General's Office.
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About the Attorney General's Gang Prosecution Unit
In 2022, with the support of Governor Brian Kemp and members of the General Assembly, Attorney General Chris Carr created Georgia's first statewide Gang Prosecution Unit.
Since it began its historic work on July 1, 2022, the Gang Prosecution Unit has investigated and prosecuted cases in Athens-Clarke, Barrow, Bibb, Bryan, Chatham, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Dougherty, Fulton, Gwinnett, Laurens, Lowndes, Muscogee, Richmond, Spalding, Thomas, Upson and Washington counties, with more than 130 convictions secured across the state.
Carr's Gang Prosecution Unit is based in Atlanta, with regional, satellite prosecutors and investigators in Albany, Augusta, Columbus, Macon, Savannah and Southeast Georgia.
The Gang Prosecution Unit is housed in the Attorney General's Prosecution Division, which also includes Carr's Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit, his White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit, and his Organized Retail Crime Unit.
*Members of the public should keep in mind that indictments contain only allegations against the individual against whom the indictment is sought. A defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and it will be the government's burden at trial to prove the defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of the allegations contained in the indictment.
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Original text here: https://law.georgia.gov/press-releases/2026-05-15/carrs-gang-prosecution-unit-indicts-three-deadly-assault-dougherty-county
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Wins Ruling to Keep Public Nuisance Lawsuit Against Fondomonte Moving Forward
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 16 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Wins Ruling to Keep Public Nuisance Lawsuit Against Fondomonte Moving Forward
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has denied Fondomonte Arizona LLC's request to halt Attorney General Mayes' public nuisance lawsuit over the company's groundwater extraction in the Ranegras Plain Basin, allowing the case to move forward.
"I am grateful for today's ruling, which keeps our lawsuit against Fondomonte on track," said Attorney General Mayes. "My office will
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PHOENIX, Arizona, May 16 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Wins Ruling to Keep Public Nuisance Lawsuit Against Fondomonte Moving Forward
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has denied Fondomonte Arizona LLC's request to halt Attorney General Mayes' public nuisance lawsuit over the company's groundwater extraction in the Ranegras Plain Basin, allowing the case to move forward.
"I am grateful for today's ruling, which keeps our lawsuit against Fondomonte on track," said Attorney General Mayes. "My office willkeep fighting to protect the people of La Paz County and hold Fondomonte accountable for the public nuisance we allege they have created due to their overuse of groundwater."
In an order issued today, May 12, 2026, Judge Scott Minder rejected Fondomonte's argument that the case should be paused entirely while the Arizona Department of Water Resources conducts its multi-year Active Management Area study of the basin. The court found that a complete stay would be inappropriate because the State's lawsuit seeks relief -- including an abatement fund -- that goes beyond what the ADWR process can provide.
Attorney General Mayes filed suit in 2024 alleging that Fondomonte, an alfalfa farming operation, has massively increased groundwater pumping in the Ranegras Basin since 2014, causing nearby wells to run dry, degrading water quality, and contributing to land subsidence in the surrounding community. The complaint alleges violations of Arizona's public nuisance statute, A.R.S. Sec. 13-2917.
The court ordered the parties to submit a joint scheduling order by June 15, 2026, that takes the ADWR's AMA process into account. A copy of the order (https://azag.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cc1fad182b6d6f8b1e352e206&id=88aaa536a7&e=9153ff6c96) is available.
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Original text here: https://www.azag.gov/press-release/attorney-general-mayes-wins-ruling-keep-public-nuisance-lawsuit-against-fondomonte
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Announces Nearly 15 Year Prison Sentence in Pima County Narcotics and Weapons Case
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 16 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Announces Nearly 15 Year Prison Sentence in Pima County Narcotics and Weapons Case
TUCSON -- Attorney General Kris Mayes announced today that Christina Eileen Gonzalez was sentenced to 14.5 years prison by the Pima County Superior Court on May 11, 2026.
Throughout August 2025, Gonzalez conducted a criminal enterprise that sold cocaine, methamphetamine, a firearm, and "Bouncing Betty" land mines. Pursuant to a search warrant, law enforcement located
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PHOENIX, Arizona, May 16 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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Attorney General Mayes Announces Nearly 15 Year Prison Sentence in Pima County Narcotics and Weapons Case
TUCSON -- Attorney General Kris Mayes announced today that Christina Eileen Gonzalez was sentenced to 14.5 years prison by the Pima County Superior Court on May 11, 2026.
Throughout August 2025, Gonzalez conducted a criminal enterprise that sold cocaine, methamphetamine, a firearm, and "Bouncing Betty" land mines. Pursuant to a search warrant, law enforcement locatedquantities of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine, along with several firearms, at Gonzalez's residence.
"Arizonans deserve to be safe in their communities and my office will not tolerate criminal enterprises that flood our streets with deadly drugs and weapons," said Attorney General Mayes.
"Ms. Gonzalez will now spend the fourteen and a half years in prison for her crimes. My office is grateful to Arizona Department of Public Safety for their outstanding work on this investigation."
Gonzalez pleaded guilty to Attempted Transportation for Sale of a Narcotic Drug, a Class 3 felony; Attempted Money Laundering, a Class 5 felony; and Illegally Conducting an Enterprise, a Class 3 felony. The case was investigated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and Assistant Attorney General Michael Lester prosecuted the case.
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Original text here: https://www.azag.gov/press-release/attorney-general-mayes-announces-nearly-15-year-prison-sentence-pima-county-narcotics
