Attorney General
Attorney general; attorney
Source review: 2026-10-16James Uthmeier is an attorney from Destin who became Florida attorney general by appointment in February 2025. His earlier legal and executive roles included Jones Day, advising U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, and service as Governor DeSantis’s general counsel and chief of staff. The official biography also lists teaching at Florida State University College of Law.
Chief state legal officer, with state litigation, consumer protection and statewide prosecution responsibilities established by law.
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Filed suit against insulin manufacturers, pharmacy-benefit managers and rebate aggregators, alleging pricing practices harmed Florida patients.
The filing contains allegations. This source does not establish a final judgment or a general position on Medicaid/ACA policy.
2026-09-22 · official ag releaseJoined a letter urging Trump to oppose the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, arguing it would burden US businesses and export ESG/DEI requirements.
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Publication date not stated · official ag releaseAnnounced protections for immigration officers and their families and a dedicated ICE 287(g) liaison to strengthen state–federal enforcement coordination.
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Publication date not stated · official ag releaseUrged the Florida Supreme Court to remove its requirement that bar-exam applicants graduate from an ABA-accredited law school.
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2025-07-30 · signed official comment letterSued McGraw Hill and Savvas, alleging overcharges to Florida school districts under state purchasing law.
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2025-08-19 · official ag releaseFiled a motion for a temporary injunction against Meta Platforms.
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2026-10-07 · official ag releaseReporting period: 2025-02-24 – 2026-10-09.
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