New York Attorney General Letitia James
@newyorkstateag
Official Bluesky account of New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office
I had a wonderful time marching in the Dominican Day Parade today! It was great to celebrate the Dominican community and honor the traditions, history, and culture they contribute to every corner of New York.
I had a great time today at the 36th Annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in Queens! Every year, this festival honors Qu Yuan, who bravely stood up against injustice. It was fun to celebrate with community and cheer on my office’s team, the Scales of Justice!
For far too long, social media companies have used powerful and addictive algorithms to keep young people scrolling. Not anymore. Our SAFE for Kids Act will protect kids from the potential harms of social media.
The Voting Rights Act was born on the Edmund Pettus Bridge when giants of the civil rights movement fought for our right to vote. Today marks 61 years since the Voting Rights Act was passed. We must honor their legacy by defending our right to make our voices heard at the polls.
Since the president took office, my office has filed dozens of lawsuits, protected over $230 billion in taxpayer dollars, and saved more than 225,000 jobs. Behind every dollar protected and every job preserved is a person, a family, or a community that was counting on us.
Today, I stood with @mayor.nyc.gov to discuss our all-of-government approach to stop the illegal sales of e-bikes, e-motos, and e-scooters. No New Yorker should fear for their life when crossing the street. Together, we can end this crisis for good.
I joined @nynurses.bsky.social and health care workers to stand in solidarity with Haitian New Yorkers after the Supreme Court’s decision to end TPS. New York stands with TPS holders, always. Together, we'll keep demanding the dignity, safety, and justice every family deserves.
Two Denny’s franchise owners ignored New York wage laws and failed to pay over 1,900 workers who kept these restaurants running through long days and late nights in Western New York. Today in Buffalo, we announced that my office secured $440,000 for these hardworking employees.
Today, I joined @governor.ny.gov at the Brooklyn STEAM Center to announce the final rules for our nation-leading SAFE for Kids Act. We spoke with students, parents, and local leaders about how these rules will limit addictive social media features and help keep kids safe online.
Public servants shouldn't have to pass a political loyalty test to earn the loan forgiveness they were promised. My office won't tolerate attacks on our dedicated public servants. Ever.
In the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to callously end TPS for Haitian and Syrian immigrants, countless New Yorkers are feeling scared and betrayed. I want TPS holders to know that we'll continue to stand with you and fight for the safety you came to this country seeking.
We just won a court order stopping the merger of Paramount and Warner Bros. while our lawsuit continues. We’re going to keep fighting to keep costs down for consumers, protect jobs, and stop this illegal merger.
This week, my office sued to block the illegal merger between Paramount and Warner Bros that would raise costs for consumers and put jobs nationwide at risk. We're fighting to keep the market fair and protect the industry New Yorkers love.
We arrested Mark Salkey after he stole the home of an elderly woman living with dementia. For many New Yorkers, home ownership represents years of hard work. It's the American dream. I'll keep standing up to deed thieves so this dream can remain a reality.
Happy Fourth of July, New York! Let’s keep working toward a more perfect union.
Pride is about celebrating who you are and fighting for equality. As we close Pride month, I want our trans community and all LGBTQIA+ New Yorkers to know: I’ve got your back. This Attorney General will always fight by your side. Happy Pride 🌈
I rallied on the steps of Queens Borough Hall to condemn the Supreme Court's decision to strip TPS from our Haitian and Syrian neighbors. New York's Haitian and Syrian communities are a crucial part of making our state what it is today. I’ll never stop fighting for them.
Happy Pride, New York! I had the most incredible day celebrating the contributions, brilliance, resilience, and power of our LGBTQ+ communities.
I stood with @1199seiu.org to condemn the Supreme Court’s decision to strip TPS from hundreds of thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants. This cruel and reckless decision will tear families apart. New York will keep fighting for our immigrant communities.
Today, I announced the indictment and arrest of Mark Salkey for stealing the home of an elderly woman living with dementia. This is an irrefutable example of the heartless crime of deed theft. I'll keep working so family homes stay in family’s hands.
Today I stood with @governor.ny.gov to discuss our lawsuit against the federal administration to defend our immigration protection laws. We won't stand idly by as secret police officers abduct our neighbors off the street. We're meeting this moment to protect all New Yorkers.
This morning I joined @mayor.nyc.gov as he signed an executive order to protect workers from the summer's extreme heat. Workers are the backbone of our city and their protection cannot depend on the forecast. It must be built into public policy. Now, we're doing just that.
A very happy Father's Day to all the fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and father figures! Being a dad means so many different things, and I'm wishing you a lovely day filled with family and community as we celebrate all that you do for our families.
I was in Harlem to celebrate Juneteenth and talk about my commitment to protecting voting rights for all Americans. The brave Selma marchers fought to secure equal participation in our democracy. Now, it's our turn to deliver on that promise.
On Juneteenth, we remember the struggles and honor the sacrifices of our ancestors. While our past paved the way to the progress we've reached today, we must also recommit to continue fighting for our future and true freedom and equality for all.
I was proud to celebrate the opening of the Syracuse Lead Freedom House today, a facility that will shelter and support families displaced by lead hazards in their homes. My office funded $110,000 for this project and the organizations helping to protect our kids and families.
I had a great time marching in the Puerto Rican Day Parade this afternoon celebrating boricua culture and history! ¡Que Viva Puerto Rico!
Happy Juneteenth Buffalo! It was great to be back to celebrate freedom and history with Buffalo for this year's Juneteenth parade!
Today, I was proud to stand with Congressman Pat Ryan and Planned Parenthood in Kingston to say in New York, the right to choose is not up for debate. I will always fight to protect reproductive freedoms in our state because it's your body, and it should always be your choice.