The New York State Attorney General (NY AG) is the chief legal officer and guardian of the legal rights of New Yorkers, their organizations, and natural resources. The office enforces laws to protect consumers, tenants, patients, workers, investors, and charitable donors, while promoting economic and social justice and public health strategies. It also preserves the state’s environment and coordinates statewide civil and criminal investigations, including those related to organized crime and Medicaid fraud[2]. Historically, the office dates back to colonial times with evolving powers. Initially, the NY AG was the chief public prosecutor and civil solicitor, but as the state grew, local district attorneys were created in 1796 to handle prosecutions in districts outside New York City, which remained under the Attorney General’s prosecution until the 19th century. The office’s constitutional and statutory powers have developed through common law and legislation over the centuries, reflecting New York's complex legal needs[1][4][7]. Currently, the NY AG’s office employs over 1,700 staff, including over 700 assistant attorneys general, and operates multiple divisions such as Criminal Justice, Solicitor General, State Counsel, Social Justice, and Administration. These divisions handle a wide array of legal activities, from criminal enforcement and real estate to civil litigation and appeals[2]. Letitia James, the 67th Attorney General, is notable for being the first woman of color elected to statewide office in New York and the first female NY AG. Since taking office, she has secured over $7.5 billion in settlements and judgments, and has been active in fighting for social justice, consumer protection, and holding powerful entities accountable, becoming a prominent figure in legal and political circles[3][5]. The NY AG office remains a critical institution in New York’s governance, balancing law enforcement, consumer rights advocacy, and environmental protection, with significant influence on business and technology sectors through its regulatory and legal actions.