State AG Elections More Competitive as AGs Play Bigger Role, Law360
October 30, 2026Partners Alison Tanchyk and Amanda Robinson spoke with Law360 about the growing influence of state attorneys general in shaping national policy, pursuing corporate investigations, and filling perceived gaps in federal enforcement ahead of the November elections.
Pointing to the absence of comprehensive federal privacy legislation, Amanda emphasized the significance of state enforcement activity in areas where federal regulation remains limited. “That to me is a perfect example of where state AGs are increasingly exercising their own independent authority to pursue investigations and litigation regardless of the federal government’s position,” she said.
Alison noted that AI remains a significant enforcement priority for state attorneys general. “[W]e’re seeing state AGs target the use of artificial intelligence across industries through their broad unfair and deceptive acts and practices statutes,” she said.