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Dan Rayfield

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Oregon Attorney General defending the rights of Oregonians. Dad. Husband. Dog owner. Peanut butter sandwich enthusiast. Former Speaker of the Oregon House. Official account @ordoj.bsky.social

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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Joined thousands who came out in Salem to make their voices heard this weekend. No Kings!
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
BREAKING NEWS: Just now, we secured a court order on behalf of our multistate coalition: the judge ruled from the bench that healthcare decisions must stay with families and their providers, not the government. #orpol
AG Rayfield leads coalition in securing court order protecting providers and access to care“The freedom to make personal healthcare decisions – with your family and your doctor – is a fundamental Oregon value. It’s rooted in our belief that every person deserves dignity, compassion, and care. The court saw through the federal government’s attempt to bully hospitals and providers into abandoning their patients, and ruled on the side of those values.”Today, AG Rayfield led a multistate coalition in securing a federal court order blocking an unlawful attempt by the Trump administration to pressure healthcare providers into ending care for youth with gender dysphoria. 
The Court granted the States’ motion for summary judgment, ruling the Administration cannot threaten to cut off hospitals and clinics from Medicare and Medicaid, for providing gender-affirming care.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
The Supreme Court just struck down Trump’s unconstitutional tariffs. It doesn’t matter who you are — you must follow the law. #orpol #tariffs #ieepa
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
The Supreme Court has struck down Trump’s unlawful tariffs — and this is a huge win for working families. #orpol #tariffs
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
BREAKING NEWS: The U.S. Supreme Court just struck down the president’s unlawful tariffs under IEEPA, siding with Oregon and our multistate coalition. Read our statement.
BREAKING NEWS: U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs, siding with Oregon“Today, the Supreme Court made it clear that no President gets to levy taxes on Americans disguised as tariffs. At a time when we should all be working together to do everything in our power to keep the cost of living down for working families, the President tried to sidestep Congress to increase prices on groceries, utilities, and basic everyday necessities.”
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
We just filed argument is the case to prevent ICE agents from engaging in unlawful and unconstitutional behavior in Oregon. #orpol
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Oregon became a state on February 14, 1859 – and here at the Oregon Department of Justice, we are working every day to defend and uphold Oregon’s laws and values. Happy birthday to our favorite state! #orpol
"Today is Oregon's birthday - and we'll continue to fight for Oregon's laws and values every day."
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
Yesterday, a federal judge ordered an important check on the excessive use of force we saw at the Portland ICE facility this past weekend. Peaceful protesters should never be met with tear gas – in Oregon, or anywhere. Read our full statement. #orpol
OregonLive headline: Judge restricts federal use of tear gas, munitions at Portland ICE protests“The court’s order is an important check on the use of force we saw over the weekend. Peaceful protesters should never be met with tear gas. This order protects Oregonians’ basic constitutional rights.”
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Yesterday peaceful protesters were met with tear gas outside Portland’s ICE facility.  Read our statement in response. Learn more about what happened: www.oregonlive.com/politics/202... #orpol
OregonLive headline: Anti-ICE protest draws massive crowd, feds deploy tear gas The right to peacefully protest is fundamental to who we are as a democracy. It is protected under the Constitution. Oregonians should be able to show up, speak out, and do so safely, without fear that they will be met with excessive force.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Check out six takeaways from our Federal Oversight & Accountability Town Hall on Wednesday: www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news… #orpol #townhall
Six takeaways from town hall with Oregon, other attorneys generalSix takeaways from our Federal Oversight & Accountability Town Hall on Wednesday:
1.	More lawsuits to come
2.	Dem AGs are working together
3.	People are concerned about 2026 elections & ICE
4.	Tariffs are impacting Oregonians
5.	Oregonians must speak out
6.	Oregon is a beacon to the nation
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
Today, Martin Luther King Jr.’s words ring as true as they did half a century ago: "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." We’ll continue the fight for justice every day.
Today, Martin Luther King Jr.’s words ring as true as they did half a century ago: "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."

We’ll continue the fight for justice every day.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Next Wednesday, January 21, we're hosting four visiting Attorneys General for a Federal Oversight & Accountability Town Hall at Revolution Hall in Portland. Join us: bit.ly/Jan21-TownHall ASL & Spanish interpretation provided. #orpol #townhall #portland @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov @ag.state.mn.us
On the one-year anniversary of our first multistate lawsuit challenging federal overreach, join AG Dan Rayfield and visiting state Attorneys General for a Federal Oversight & Accountability Town Hall. Wednesday, January 21 at 6pm. Revolution Hall, Portland. RSVP: bit.ly/Jan21-TownHall.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
Check out some of our key accomplishments from 2025. We’ll keep up the pace in 2026!
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
It’s been exactly one year since I was sworn in as Oregon’s 18th attorney general — and what a year it’s been. #orpol
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
It’s been a big year at DOJ! Check out some highlights:
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
The secret’s out: I now make sourdough. Jokes aside, I really appreciate the WW team and the Oregon Journalism Project recently taking the time to ask questions about my time as AG so far. It’s an honor to serve Oregonians! www.wweek.com/news/2025/12...
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Oregon’s Rookie Attorney General Is Making His Living Suing Donald Trump
From the moment Attorney General Dan Rayfield took office in January, the Oregon Department of Justice has been engaged in a nearly full-time battle with President Donald Trump’s administration.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Governor Kotek has consistently stood up for Oregonians and the values we share. We’ve worked side by side against harmful federal actions, including opposing troop deployment in Portland. She’s the partner I need to continue this fight, and I am proud to support her re-election.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
My friend Rob Wagner is joining me for the next Oregon Priorities town hall on December 17 at PCC Sylvania in SW Portland. See below for the full details — we’d love to have you join us!
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Thankful for so much, but after our meal, we are incredibly thankful for the family dish pre-wash.
Thankful for so much, but after our meal, we are incredibly thankful for the family dish pre-wash.  
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
My dad was a colonel in the Air Force Reserve, and I’ve seen his service, dedication, and leadership throughout my life. This Veterans Day, I’m grateful for my dad and the lessons he taught me — and for all those who serve our country in uniform.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
We just got a huge win for Oregonians - and a check on the president's power: we received a ruling preventing the president from deploying the National Guard on the streets of our cities. No one - not even the president - is above the law.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 08/11/2025
BREAKING NEWS: We just secured a final court order blocking National Guard deployment! Today's ruling is a huge victory for Oregon. The courts are holding this administration accountable to the truth and the rule of law.
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Democratic AGs @dems.ag · 07/11/2025
Trump is saying other countries will pay for his tariffs, but HIS OWN LAWYERS are telling the Supreme Court the opposite. According to White House lawyers, American families will front 30-80% of these costs. Ridiculous and reckless. @agdanrayfield.bsky.social
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Democratic AGs @dems.ag · 07/11/2025
On Wednesday, the Supreme Court heard Dem AGs’ arguments about Trump’s harmful tariffs and the illegal way he has gone about imposing them. @azagmayes.bsky.social @agdanrayfield.bsky.social @agrobbonta.oag.ca.gov
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
We just presented our case at the U.S. Supreme Court — these tariffs are an illegal abuse of emergency power that’s harming working families across our country. Oregon Solicitor General Ben Gutman joins to talk about how it went.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
It’s Election Day, Oregon! Remember to turn in your ballot by 8pm. More info at oregonvotes.gov
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
We’re going to the Supreme Court this week! Oregon is leading the multistate lawsuit challenging the president’s illegal tariffs. We’ll be presenting our case in front of the U.S. Supreme Court in DC on Wednesday.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Here's the latest on our lawsuit preventing the president from deploying the National Guard to Oregon. www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HNy...
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National Guard lawsuit update: November 3, 2025
YouTube video by Oregon Department of Justice
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
Happy Halloween! If a black cat crosses your path today, I hope it’s as cute as Cuddles. 🐈‍⬛
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Hope to see you there!
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
BREAKING NEWS: We’re suing the Trump administration for illegally suspending SNAP benefits. Approximately 1 in 6 Oregonians receive SNAP benefits, including more than 214,000 children and 130,000 older adults.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Ever wondered how to explain tariffs to Gen Z? I recently laid it out for Gov. Beshear (and his teenagers) — just in time for Oregon to take our tariffs case to the Supreme Court on November 5. What topic should we translate next?!
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
LAWSUIT UPDATE RE: NATIONAL GUARD IN PORTLAND: The Ninth Circuit just paused the three-judge panel’s order on our first TRO until Tuesday so they can complete their en banc vote. This means for now, both our TROs preventing National Guard deployment remain in effect.
LAWSUIT UPDATE RE: NATIONAL GUARD IN PORTLAND: 

The Ninth Circuit just paused the three-judge panel’s order on our first TRO until Tuesday so they can complete their en banc vote, deciding whether the full court will hear the case.
 
This means for now, both our TROs preventing National Guard deployment remain in effect.What's next: 

Today’s Ninth Circuit’s administrative stay will last until 5pm on Tuesday 10/28. This will maintain the status quo—preventing deployment of National Guard troops in Oregon—while the court votes whether to rehear the case en banc. Given this development, we expect the second TRO will remain in place as well.
 
Our team is working around the clock preparing for the trial in the district court on the merits of this case. The trial will begin on Wednesday 10/29.“This decision gives the court time to fully consider the serious constitutional questions at stake. It also ensures there won’t be a federal deployment while that process plays out—an important step in protecting Oregonians’ rights and keeping our communities peaceful.”
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
LAWSUIT UPDATE RE: NATIONAL GUARD IN PORTLAND: The district court in Oregon just scheduled a hearing on Friday on the government’s motion to dissolve our second TRO, which currently prevents any Guard deployments in Oregon.
LAWSUIT UPDATE RE: NATIONAL GUARD IN PORTLAND: 

The district court in Oregon just scheduled a hearing on Friday on the government’s motion to dissolve our second TRO, which currently prevents any Guard deployments in Oregon. 

Meanwhile, we will be filing a brief in the Ninth Circuit later today urging the court to hold an en banc hearing on the motion to stay our first TRO. 

This means that, for now, National Guard troops still cannot be deployed in Oregon.What's next:

Ninth Circuit: Today, we’re submitting our brief to the Ninth Circuit urging them to vote to grant en banc review and vacate Monday’s stay ruling (which paused our first TRO that had prohibited deployment of the Oregon Guard). Timing on next steps is determined by the court and unknown to us at this time.

District court: On Friday, we’ll argue that the district court should not dissolve our second TRO (which currently prevents any state’s Guard from being deployed to Oregon) while we wait to see if the Ninth Circuit will take our case en banc.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
We are standing with Planned Parenthood in the legal fight against unlawful defunding. In Oregon, Planned Parenthood health centers provide care through more than 100,000 patient visits each year - nearly 70% of which are for patients covered by Medicaid.
"AG Dan Rayfield supports Planned Parenthood in fight against unlawful defunding" 
Over a background with person holding a sign that says "My body, my choice, my future: safe abortions save lives."What happened: The so-called Defund Provision of the Big Beautiful Bill Act blocks federal Medicaid funding for essential medical services like cancer screenings, birth control, STI testing, and wellness exams provided at “prohibited entities.” The criteria for a “prohibited entity” were crafted so it applies almost exclusively to Planned Parenthood. The provision threatens at least 200 Planned Parenthood health centers nationwide, affecting healthcare for more than 1.1 million people.

Oregon and a coalition of 23 states sued in July, and the case is currently pending. Planned Parenthood filed a parallel challenge, and Oregon and other states have filed an amicus brief in support.Why it matters in Oregon: According to Planned Parenthood Action Oregon, Planned Parenthood health centers in Oregon provide care through more than 100,000 patient visits each year - nearly 
70% of which are for patients covered by Medicaid. Without access to Planned Parenthood, thousands of Oregonians will have nowhere to go for life-saving health care.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
We will urge the *full* Ninth Circuit to vacate today’s decision by a three-judge panel, before illegal Guard deployments can occur. A Ninth Circuit judge has already called for a vote on whether the case should be heard by the full court. Our team will file a brief encouraging the court to do so.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 18/10/2025
Today across our state, Oregonians are standing up for our shared values of freedom and justice for all. Be peaceful, be vocal, and get creative with those signs! Find a march near you: www.nokings.org#map #NoKings
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No Kings
As the president escalates his authoritarian power grab, the NO KINGS non-violent movement continues to rise stronger. We are united once again to remind the world: America has No Kings and the power ...
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
You may not have heard about our tariffs case in awhile - but we’re heading to the Supreme Court next month! Get caught up on everything that’s happened so far.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Go to law school, they said. You’ll have job security, they said. I never expected to use my law degree to file so many lawsuits against the president… but you’ve gotta follow the law, whoever you are.
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
LAWSUIT UPDATE RE: NATIONAL GUARD IN PORTLAND: District court just extended both TROs and confirmed that an expedited trial on the merits will start on 10/29. Ninth Circuit has not yet ruled on the first TRO stay motion. Read more about what happened & what's next.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
Vote for Oregon’s own Lebanon High School! www.t-mobile.com/brand/friday...
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
I was truly touched to receive a declaration of support from the Democratic Party of Washington Co. When I ran for AG, I never expected to sue the president so many times… yet we have to uphold the Constitution, and we have to uphold Oregon‘s laws and values. Grateful for the statement of support.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 13/10/2025
We are seeing the dangerous weaponization of our criminal justice system — from Comey to AG James in NY. We have a president who leads through fear. But we need to bring people together. I’m grateful to the local organizers across our state who are doing this important work.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
Great to be with the Washington County Democrats at their Neuberger Dinner last night! As Democrats, we must not solely be defined by what we reject — we must build a lasting identity around our shared vision of what we offer.
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
President Trump continued to describe Portland as a city on fire on Friday — even as we enjoyed fall rain, and the lone demonstrator at the city’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement building was dressed as a pink Care Bear. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/10...
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Update from Anna Griffin
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 11/10/2025
Did you know the Oregon Department of Justice has protected $4.4 BILLION in federal funds coming to Oregon this year? See the details and learn more in our "Federal Money Safeguarded for Oregon" tracker: www.doj.state.or.us/oregon-depar....
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Dan Rayfield @danrayfield.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Hey @jimmykimmellive.bsky.social — the only thing hellish in Portland is afternoon meetings without a second cup of coffee. Luckily, we’ve got that covered too… so there’s *really* nothing for the president to worry about. #ShowMeYourHellhole #Portland #Oregon
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
It's been a busy nine months since being sworn in as Oregon's 18th Attorney General! Our team is fighting every day for Oregon priorities: keeping our communities safe, protecting seniors, kids, and working families, and upholding Oregon laws & values. Here are just a few of our accomplishments: 🧵
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Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield @agdanrayfield.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
The president must follow the Constitution. If he wants to push the boundaries, we’ll hold the line in court. This is America. The U.S. military has no place in our streets. Portland is peaceful. There is no reason to deploy National Guard here.
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