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To investigate and prosecute hate crimes by following up on every credible tip and offer departmental resources to assist local and federal law enforcement partners in this effort.
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February 28, 2025
PHOENIX/LANSING – Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes and Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today announced the launch of a new podcast, Pantsuits and Lawsuits, a powerhouse perspective on news, justice, and everything in between.
In each episode, Attorneys General Mayes and Nessel will break down complex legal topics in a way that is engaging, informative, and accessible to listeners. With their blend of expertise, humor, and straight talk, they will explore major legal cases, analyze state and national policy debates – and discuss how attorneys general help shape justice. Through these discussions, listeners will gain a behind-the-scenes look at the work attorneys general do to serve and protect their communities.
“I am thrilled to be working alongside my friend and colleague Attorney General Mayes as we break down important legal issues in a fun and insightful way,” said Attorney General Nessel. “We want to highlight the real-world impact of the law, and we can’t wait for you to join us for thought-provoking, informative, and enjoyable discussions.”
“I’m excited to join my friend, Attorney General Dana Nessel, as we pull back the curtain on the important work we are doing to protect individual rights and uphold the rule of law,” said Attorney General Mayes. “We can’t wait to have real conversations about the law, how it affects everyday people, and why it all matters.”
Episodes will feature special guests, including legal scholars, policymakers, and regular Arizonans and Michiganders, offering diverse perspectives on key legal challenges facing the states and the nation.
Pantsuits and Lawsuits will be available bi-weekly on major podcast platforms, with the first three episodes available today.
Episode Summaries:
Episode 1 – About the Podcast: Join the AGs as they discuss their paths to become the chief legal officers of their states and why they decided to launch a podcast together.
Episode 2 – Pig Butchering: The AGs expose the dangers of "pig butchering" scams that are targeting seniors in their states. They are joined by Alex Juarez and Mark Fetterhoff of AARP to discuss how people can recognize and protect themselves from fraudsters.
Episode 3 – Birthright Citizenship: Fresh off their recent court victories temporarily blocking an unconstitutional executive order banning birthright citizenship, the AGs delve into the history of birthright citizenship enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. They are joined by Reyna Montoya of Aliento AZ and Susan Reed of the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center to discuss the real-world impact of these attacks on families in Michigan and Arizona.
For more information, visit the Department of Attorney General’s website.
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