"This country needs to reckon with what we are living through." Former NJ AG Matthew Platkin told @deanobeidallah.bsky.social that Trump needs to be held accountable so we don't see this abuse of power again.

In the latest episode of Pantsuits and Lawsuits, @miattygen.bsky.social Dana Nessel is joined by guest host former NJ AG Matt Platkin to discuss how public corruption actually works & what it takes to hold powerful people to the same laws as everyone else. Listen now➡️ mi.gov/agpodcast

Corruption raises your bills and weakens public services. In the newest Pantsuits & Lawsuits episode, @miattygen.bsky.social sits down with New Jersey AG Matt Platkin to explain how corruption operates & how states are holding those in power accountable. Listen: mi.gov/agpodcast

Thank you, New Jersey. It has been the honor of my life to serve as your Attorney General.

This office was built to be independent—and strong enough to take on corruption and powerful interests. I’ve made every decision with one priority in mind: doing what’s right for the 9.5 million people who call New Jersey home. That’s the job—and I wouldn’t do it any other way.

Not only did Senator Jim Beach’s conduct at last week’s hearing embarrass our state, but he also violated the right to free speech enshrined in our federal and state constitutions. Just like President Trump, everyone must follow the law. Read my letter here:

NEW: The Trump Admin has admitted they must comply with yesterday’s court order and issue full SNAP benefits for November. Recipients should confirm balances and monitor NJSNAP.gov. We’ll continue fighting to protect NJ residents and make sure they don’t go hungry. www.njoag.gov/wp-content/u...

This was the single cruelest act I’ve ever seen in government — intentionally withholding FOOD from 42m Americans because they think it helps them politically.