Governor Shapiro Nominates Acting Attorney General Michelle Henry to Serve as Attorney General

Press Release

Date: Jan. 19, 2023
Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced the nomination of Acting
Attorney General Michelle Henry to serve as Attorney General, and that her nomination has
been sent to the Senate for advice and consent. With decades of experience as a prosecutor
and First Deputy under then-Attorney General Shapiro, Michelle Henry will be prepared on day
one to lead and continue ensuring the safety of the Commonwealth.

"I'm proud to nominate my former First Deputy Michelle Henry to serve out the remainder of my
term as Attorney General," said Governor Josh Shapiro. "As an experienced prosecutor and a
talented leader, Michelle has spent decades in public service pursuing justice for victims,
protecting consumers' rights, and fighting for people in every corner of Pennsylvania. I have
complete confidence in her ability to represent the Commonwealth, and I look forward to
continuing to work together to ensure the people of Pennsylvania can be safe and feel safe in
their communities."

"The work Governor Shapiro did in the Office of Attorney General is the gold standard in
restoring institutional integrity," said Acting Attorney General Michelle Henry. "I am humbled
by the trust Governor Shapiro has placed in me and Pennsylvanians should expect the Office of
Attorney General to stay strong, be bold, and continue to do groundbreaking work on their
behalf under my stewardship. Public service is what drives the dedicated employees of this
office to work hard and stand up for the kids, consumers, and victims of crime when they need a fighter on their side. As Attorney General, I will be dedicated to making sure this work continues
nonstop and that this office will always have Pennsylvanian's backs."


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