North Carolina Republicans seek to limit AG’s lawsuits

North Carolina Republicans are advancing a bill that would limit the state's attorney general from suing the federal government over presidential executive orders. The bill, SB 58, passed the state Senate and is now headed to the House for consideration. If enacted, the law would prevent the attorney general from participating in lawsuits that challenge executive orders. This move is seen as a response to current Attorney General Jeff Jackson's legal actions against federal policies since he took office in January. Democrats, including Jackson, oppose the bill, arguing it undermines the attorney general's ability to protect state interests. The bill's sponsor claims it is necessary to hold the attorney general accountable for what they view as partisan lawsuits.