Colorado DOJ Veteran Joins High-Stakes Race for State Attorney General, Promising Stronger Consumer Protection
A new contender has emerged in Colorado's closely-watched attorney general race, as former U.S. Department of Justice veteran Hetal Doshi announces her bid to become the state's top law enforcement official. The announcement adds another experienced candidate to an already competitive field that will shape how Colorado handles everything from consumer protection to criminal justice.
Doshi, who has called Colorado home for the past 13 years, brings extensive federal prosecution experience, including leading antitrust cases against tech giants and overseeing investigations into the 2008 financial crisis that affected countless Colorado families.
Deep Experience in High-Stakes Legal Battles
As a deputy assistant attorney general, Doshi managed a team of over 800 staff members while tackling major cases against companies like Google, Apple, and Ticketmaster. Her work focused on protecting consumers and maintaining fair market competition - issues that directly impact Colorado businesses and residents.
"This moment requires someone who knows how to fight the hardest, most consequential fights and also to win, and I believe that my experience and track record shows that," Doshi stated regarding her candidacy.
Crowded Field of Colorado Legal Veterans
The race to replace term-limited Attorney General Phil Weiser includes several prominent Colorado legal figures:
- Secretary of State Jena Griswold
- Boulder County District Attorney Michael Dougherty
- Consumer rights attorney David Seligman
Critical Role for Colorado Communities
The next attorney general will be responsible for:
- Protecting Colorado consumers from fraud and unfair business practices
- Investigating statewide criminal operations
- Managing litigation affecting state interests
- Defending Colorado's legal interests at the federal level
Despite being new to politics, Doshi's strong initial fundraising suggests she could be a serious contender. As a first-generation American, she aims to connect with Colorado voters through grassroots engagement, promising to meet constituents "room by room and space by space" across the state.
When asked about continuing current initiatives, Doshi indicated she would build upon Weiser's legacy while bringing her own expertise to the role: "I think it's more of an expansion and refinement as opposed to a wholesale change," she explained.
The outcome of this race will significantly impact how Colorado approaches consumer protection, criminal justice, and legal challenges affecting local communities in the coming years.
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