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Bob Ferguson is an American lawyer and politician serving as the Attorney General of Washington since 2013, recognized for frequently filing lawsuits against the Trump administration.
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Is Bob Ferguson still Washington's Attorney General?
No. He held the office from 2013 to 2025 and began serving as Washington's governor in 2025, so older profiles that call him Attorney General are now historical, as shown by [Washington State's official history](https://www.atg.wa.gov/washingtons-attorneys-general-past-and-present).
Why did Bob Ferguson become nationally known?
His national profile grew from lawsuits against the federal government, including challenges to the Trump administration's travel ban. Washington's official history says 62 of 66 resolved federal cases were won during his time as attorney general.
What did Bob Ferguson do before becoming governor?
Before becoming governor, Ferguson served on the King County Council after starting his legal career in Spokane civil litigation. He was elected to the council in 2003 and served until his election as attorney general.
What is a lesser-known fact about Bob Ferguson?
Ferguson is an internationally rated chess master. He has won the Washington State Chess Championship twice, a detail included in the [governor's official biography](https://governor.wa.gov/about/office-governor/about-governor-ferguson).
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