1. United States
2. N.C.
3. Letter

The provisions of Senate Bill 58 seek to unduly restrict the ability of North Carolina's Attorney General to challenge presidential executive orders that may be unlawful or unconstitutional. As an elected official, the Attorney General has a duty to defend the state's interests and protect the rights of its citizens. Limiting this authority undermines vital checks and balances on federal power. This bill arises from a concerning trend of state legislatures attempting to curtail the powers of attorneys general from opposing presidential administrations. Such actions compromise the ability to provide accountability and oversight. The Attorney General must retain the autonomy to take legal action when core state interests or fundamental rights are jeopardized by federal overreach. I urge you to respect the Attorney General's mandate and oppose Senate Bill 58. Preserving this important counterbalance is essential for upholding the rule of law and safeguarding the constitutional framework. An independent legal authority acting for the state's interests should not be obstructed for political expediency. I encourage you to stand firm against any efforts to improperly restrict the powers and obligations of the Attorney General's office.