WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA) Co-Chairs Massachusetts AG Maura Healey and Nevada AG Aaron Ford released the following statement regarding the confirmation of Lisa Monaco to serve as the next U.S. Deputy Attorney General.

Statement from Massachusetts AG Maura Healey and Nevada AG Aaron Ford, Co-Chairs of the Democratic Attorneys General Association

“Congratulations to Lisa Monaco on her confirmation to serve as the next Deputy Attorney General of the United States. Monaco’s experience – especially in the national security and cyber security sectors – comes at a crucial time for our country. With the continued rise of domestic terrorism and online misinformation and disinformation, her skillset will be welcomed by those in law enforcement across the country.”

“We look forward to working with Deputy Attorney General Monaco and her team at the U.S. Department of Justice in our shared efforts to protect the people and communities in our respective states from emerging threats, especially in the online space.”