Biography
Anthony G. Brown is an American politician and attorney currently serving as the 47th Attorney General of Maryland, a position he has held since January 3, 2023. He is the first African American to serve in this role in Maryland's history. Prior to his tenure as Attorney General, Brown represented Maryland's 4th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2017 to 2023. Before that, he served as Maryland's Lieutenant Governor from 2007 to 2015. Throughout his career, Brown has been a leading voice on equity and justice matters, advocating for reforms in criminal justice, gun safety, and environmental protection.
Education and Political Experience
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Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Government from Harvard College
- Juris Doctor from Harvard Law School
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Political Experience:
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Maryland House of Delegates : Served as Vice Chairman of the Judiciary Committee and Majority Whip
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Lieutenant Governor of Maryland : Advocated for the repeal of the death penalty, decriminalization of marijuana, and expansion of record expungement
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U.S. House of Representatives : Served on the Armed Services, Ethics, Natural Resources, and Transportation & Infrastructure Committees
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Attorney General of Maryland : Established the Office of Equity, Policy, and Engagement; created a Civil Rights Division; expanded the Independent Investigations Division’s prosecutorial authority; and launched the Maryland Equitable Justice Collaborative
Throughout his career, Brown has been committed to promoting equity, justice, and environmental sustainability in Maryland.
