Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has joined 15 other attorneys general in a lawsuit challenging the National Science Foundation’s recent termination of diversity-focused STEM programs and a new funding cap on research project costs, arguing the changes are unlawful and would significantly harm universities and scientific research nationwide.
Attorney General Anthony Brown and 20 other state attorneys general filed an amicus brief supporting a legal challenge to Executive Order 14163, which suspends the U.S. Refugee Assistance Program, arguing the order unlawfully undermines federal law and harms states that welcome and support refugees.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and a coalition of 20 other attorneys general obtained a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, including mass layoffs and service transfers, arguing the move was unlawful without congressional approval.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announced three fair housing settlements addressing income source discrimination and tenant screening practices, aiming to improve housing access and stability for voucher users and individuals with criminal records.
Maryland’s Attorney General joined a coalition of 16 attorneys general in opposing a proposed federal rule change that would weaken habitat protections under the Endangered Species Act by removing the definition of “harm” related to habitat degradation.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown and 17 other attorneys general filed an amicus brief supporting a legal challenge to two Trump-era executive orders that restrict federal funding for programs promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown, joined by 19 other state attorneys general, filed two lawsuits against the Trump administration challenging new federal conditions that tie emergency and transportation funding to state cooperation with immigration enforcement, arguing the measures unlawfully override state laws and exceed federal authority.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced a settlement with AdoreMe, Inc. resolving claims that the company failed to clearly disclose its VIP membership terms, with affected Maryland consumers eligible for refunds and the company agreeing to improved transparency and cancellation procedures.
Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and 20 other attorneys general secured a court order blocking a Trump administration Executive Order that aimed to dismantle three federal agencies supporting libraries, small businesses, and labor mediation.
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined 18 other state attorneys general in seeking a preliminary injunction to block a Trump administration executive order that they argue imposes unconstitutional federal voting requirements and threatens state control over election processes.
Attorney General Anthony Brown and 18 other attorneys general filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and Trump administration officials, alleging that recent restructuring and staff cuts unlawfully dismantle the agency and threaten essential public health services. (more…)