AG: Oregon Media Releases

AG Rayfield Opposes Trump Vote-by-Mail Executive Order

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced opposition to the Trump administration's executive order limiting vote-by-mail voting, citing Oregon's decades-long experience with secure mail-in voting. The AG stated Oregon will use all available legal tools to challenge the order and protect Oregonians' right to vote by mail.

Oregon AG Sues to Block $6.2B Nexstar-Tegna Merger

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, joined by eight other state attorneys general, has filed a lawsuit to block the proposed $6.2 billion merger between Nexstar Media Group and Tegna Inc. The lawsuit alleges the merger would substantially lessen competition, harm consumers through increased prices, and negatively impact local news delivery and jobs.

Oregon AG Secures Court Order Protecting Gender Affirming Care Providers

Oregon Attorney General Rayfield, leading a coalition of 21 states and D.C., secured a federal court order blocking the Trump Administration's attempt to pressure healthcare providers into ending gender-affirming care. The court ruled that the administration cannot threaten to cut off hospitals and clinics from Medicare and Medicaid for providing such care.

Oregon AG Announces Child Sex Abuse Material Arrest and Sentences

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced the arrest of Kyle Clinton Foster on child sex abuse material charges and the sentencing of two other individuals in related cases. The arrests and sentences are part of ongoing efforts by the Oregon DOJ's ICAC Task Force to combat child exploitation.

Oregon AG Challenges EPA Rescission of Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield, leading a coalition of 36 other states, counties, and cities, has challenged the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) decision to rescind its 2009 Endangerment Finding. This finding determined that greenhouse gas pollution from motor vehicles drives climate change and endangers public health and welfare, forming the basis for federal vehicle emission standards.

Oregon AG Urges Congress to Pass Tariff Refund Legislation

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield and 17 other state attorneys general are urging Congress to pass legislation requiring the government to refund approximately $166 billion in unlawful tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The Supreme Court previously struck down these tariffs, but a clear refund process for businesses and consumers is still needed.

Oregon AG Names Jose Klein Chief Counsel of Trial Division

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced the appointment of Jose Klein as the new Chief Counsel of the Oregon Department of Justice Trial Division. Klein, a veteran litigator, will begin his new role on July 6, 2026, bringing extensive experience in complex litigation and leadership.

Oregon AG Opposes $14B HPE/Juniper Merger Settlement

Oregon Attorney General Rayfield, joined by a coalition of other attorneys general, has filed a court brief opposing the $14 billion merger settlement between Hewlett Packard Enterprises and Juniper Networks. The coalition argues the settlement harms competition, raises prices, and was influenced by improper lobbying.

Oregon Leads States in Blocking Trump Tariffs

Oregon, leading 23 other states, filed a motion seeking to block President Trump's tariffs imposed under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The states argue these tariffs are illegal and increase costs for American consumers and businesses, estimating state governments alone could pay $748 million annually.

Oregon Leads Multistate Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Tariffs

Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield led 23 states in a lawsuit challenging President Trump's recent tariffs imposed without congressional approval. The lawsuit argues these tariffs unlawfully increase prices on American consumers and businesses, citing Federal Reserve analysis and estimated impacts on Oregon families.