Kansas AG among those expanding consumer work as prices rise and Trump guts federal protections

With federal consumer protections significantly weakened under President Trump, state attorneys general, including Kansas' AG, are stepping up their efforts to tackle rising prices and scrutinize businesses. This shift underscores the growing importance of state-level consumer advocacy amid diminished federal oversight. As consumer protection work gains urgency, it highlights the critical role state AGs play in filling the regulatory gap left by federal rollbacks. This change not only affects consumer rights but also signals a broader trend in how state governments are adapting to national policy shifts.