The third of six reports from the HB Strategies 50 State Team is out today analyzing state attorneys general races in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, and Massachusetts. The series, AG Power Play: The Contenders, forecasts the political future of the 30 office holders in the 2025-2026 election cycle.

HB Strategies CEO Andy Blunt noted, “State Attorneys General continue to reshape the nation’s policy landscape through unprecedented legal action. As judicial challenges to executive authority intensify, it is essential to understand the real-world impact of litigation on businesses and organizations.”

Each report includes five contenders in six editions and examines the past and present political dynamics of each race; identifies whether the incumbent will run, is term-limited, or eying the Governor’s mansion; and the latest information on any challengers.

Andy summarized the five races included in today’s report, “These five races, and all 30 this cycle, will significantly influence the policy and regulatory framework organizations must navigate in the coming years. In Illinois, AG Kwame Raoul’s (D) future depends on Gov. Pritzker’s third-term decision, either setting off statewide political realignment or a cycle of mundane campaigns. Iowa’s AG Brenna Bird (R) defeated a 40-year Democratic incumbent in 2022 and now prepares for re-election after earlier Senate challenge rumors subsided. Kansas AG Kris Kobach (R) faces a critical decision as Gov. Kelly reaches her term limit in 2026. Maryland’s AG Anthony Brown (D) demonstrated political adaptability and now enjoys a stable outlook. Massachusetts AG Andrea Campbell (D) benefits from political continuity as the state’s top officials commit to re-election.”

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