Letitia James
Attorney General
About
Letitia James has served as New York Attorney General since 2019, becoming the first Black woman elected to statewide office in New York. Previously NYC Public Advocate, she has pursued high-profile cases against the NRA, opioid manufacturers, and the Trump Organization. She briefly ran for Governor in 2021 before withdrawing.
Policy Positions
Economy & Jobs
James has focused on consumer protection, pursuing cases against predatory lenders, wage theft, and corporate fraud. She secured over $1 billion in opioid settlements for New York communities.
Housing & Rent
James has investigated landlord harassment of rent-stabilized tenants and pursued cases of housing discrimination. She has been a strong advocate for tenant rights through enforcement actions.
Public Safety & Crime
James has pursued police accountability cases and supported criminal justice reform. She investigated the NYPD's response to 2020 protests and has advocated for greater transparency in law enforcement.
Climate & Energy
James has participated in multi-state legal actions against major fossil fuel companies. She has supported legal strategies to hold polluters accountable for climate damages.
Healthcare
James has fought against healthcare mergers that she argues reduce competition and raise prices. She has also taken action against health insurance companies over denied claims.
Campaign Funding
$5.4M
raised · 2025-2026
Primarily funded by law firms and labor unions, reflecting her background as a prosecutor and her strong ties to organized labor.