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Manchin holds off Morrisey for U.S. Senate; Jenkins, Armstead hold Supreme Court seats
Manchin holds off Morrisey for Senate; Jenkins wins one Supreme Court seat -
Attorney claims state AG's office 'blatantly ignoring' court order to turn over FOIA info
CHARLESTON – An attorney representing a Democratic group says West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office is “blatantly ignoring” a court order to turn over information regarding his communications with major drug companies. -
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State attorneys general always have played a significant role on issues of national importance, as they hold a unique and powerful position in our federalist system of government. They exercise an independent authority separate and distinct from other organs of state government, including the governor. -
Manchin holds slim lead over Morrisey in latest MetroNews/Dominion Post poll
MORGANTOWN – With less than a week before the election, incumbent Democrat Joe Manchin leads Republican challenger Patrick Morrisey by five percentage points among likely voters in the U.S. Senate race, according to the latest MetroNews/Dominion Post West Virginia Poll. -
Ojeda wants Miller's campaign to cease, desist 'absolutely untrue' Medicare, coal miner ad
HUNTINGTON – An attorney representing U.S. Congressional candidate Richard Ojeda has sent a cease and desist letter to opponent Carol Miller’s campaign regarding an ad Ojeda’s team says is “absolutely untrue.” -
AG's office says it has released all the records it can 'at this stage' to Democratic group
CHARLESTON – Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office says it has complied with counsel for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee to release all requested records "at this stage" and calls the actions of the group wasteful and purely political. -
Governor says he knows of no final settlement with McKesson; Morrisey again chides Manchin
CHARLESTON – Gov. Jim Justice says talks are continuing regarding a state settlement with a major drug company, but said nothing is finalized and that both sides are working on the issue. -
AG's office disputes Manchin's claim of impending $35 million settlement with McKesson
CHARLESTON – U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin claims state Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office is close to reaching a “horrible” settlement with drug giant McKesson Corporation and wants Gov. Jim Justice to step in. -
AG's office joins coalition in fight over anti-discriminatory contracts
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey recently joined a nine-state coalition in urging a federal appeals court to protect the right of individual states to ensure companies that receive a government contract do not discriminate. -
AG's office sues Putnam County flooring contractor
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey filed a lawsuit against Xpert Tile & Hardwood Installation, seeking fines and restitution. -
Huntington Chamber PAC endorses Manchin for Senate, Wilkes and Jenkins for Court
HUNTINGTON – HuntPAC, the Political Action Committee for the Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce, has announced its endorsements for candidates for two statewide races in next month's general election. -
Democratic group sues Morrisey, AG's office for failing to fully respond to FOIA requests
CHARLESTON – A Democratic political group has filed a lawsuit claiming state Attorney General Patrick Morrisey’s office has failed to provide public records about its dealing with several drug companies. -
AG's office confirms concealed carry recognition with Kansas, South Dakota
AG's office confirms concealed carry recognition with Kansas, South Dakota -
AG's office reminds consumers to give wisely to Hurricane Michael relief
AG's office reminds consumers to give wisely to Hurricane Michael relief @WestVirginiaAG -
Morrisey calls Manchin's decision to vote for Kavanaugh 'craven political calculation'
CHARLESTON – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin says he’ll vote to put federal Judge Brett Kavanaugh on the U.S. Supreme Court, and his election opponent says the senator simply caved to pressure from a majority of West Virginians. -
West Virginia Board of Accountancy accuses accountant, firm of illegal activity
WINFIELD — The West Virginia Board of Accountancy is suing a certified public accountant and his firm, seeking to enjoin them from offering services that require a license from the board. -
AG's office alleges firewood supplier company allegedly sold defective product
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is suing a firewood supplier, alleging breach of implied warranty. -
Supreme Court dismisses writ challenging Jenkins, Armstead appointments
CHARLESTON —Those challenging Gov. Jim Justice's appointments to replace former Justices Robin Jean Davis and Menis Ketchum argued in front of the West Virginia Supreme Court this morning. -
Court issues order asking to show cause regarding Jenkins, Armstead eligibility
CHARLESTON – The state Supreme Court has issued an order saying a rule to show cause is needed in the case regarding the eligibility of two appointments Gov. Jim Justice recently made to the court. -
AG's office alerts consumers to spike in IRS scam calls
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey's office is alerting consumers to a recent spike in Internal Revenue Service scam calls, perhaps related to the upcoming Oct. 15 filing deadline for those who sought an extension in April.