Blue state attorneys general accused Vice President JD Vance of attempting to spread a "dangerous lie" after he criticized judges blocking President Donald Trump's agenda. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Vance's comments were made after a court blocked the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing personal data. The Trump administration has become the target of more than 50 lawsuits since Trump began his second term in mid-January. Judges in various states across the country, including Washington, Rhode Island and New York, have continuously blocked the administration's efforts to implement its agenda.
"If a judge tried to tell a general how to conduct a military operation, that would be illegal," Vance posted on X. "If a judge tried to command the attorney general in how to use her discretion as a prosecutor, that's also illegal. Judges aren't allowed to control the executive's legitimate power."
The statement from the AGs said that they would "carefully scrutinize each and every action taken by this administration." They also made clear that if the administration violated the Constitution or federal law, they would "not hesitate to act."
"Judges granted our motions and issued restraining orders to protect the American people, democracy, and the rule of law. That is and has always been their job," the AGs wrote. "That job is the very core of our legal system. And in this critical moment, we will stand our ground to defend it."
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi recently pledged her support for Trump's efforts, vowing to challenge "unelected" judges obstructing his administration’s agenda. (AP)
The Trump administration appealed the order to the First Circuit shortly thereafter, which was ultimately denied.
Upon Trump's historic win in November, Democratic AGs, including New York Attorney General Letitia James, publicly said they would be ready to engage in any legal battles against the Trump administration for actions they view as illegal or negatively impacting residents.
Fox News Digital's Emma Colton contributed to this report.
Haley Chi-Sing is a Writer for Fox News Digital. You can reach her at @haleychising on X.
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