WASHINGTON, D.C.— The Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA) released the following statement on the announcement that First Assistant Attorney General Andrew Bruck will serve as the Acting Attorney General in New Jersey.

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

“New Jersey’s Attorney General’s office has always been a leader in standing up for equality, reducing gun violence, and fighting the Trump administration’s attacks on communities of color. As the First Assistant Attorney General, Andrew was at the forefront of these fights and always put New Jerseyans’ interests first. We look forward to continuing our work with Andrew as Attorney General.  Welcome to our Democratic Attorneys General family.” 

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