Saritha Komatireddy, a former federal prosecutor known for her role in convicting an Islamic State terrorist, has launched her campaign for New York attorney general as a Republican. Despite the state's strong Democratic leanings, Komatireddy argues that rising concerns over public safety and recent political shifts, including the election of democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani as New York City mayor, could open the door for a Republican victory. She criticizes incumbent Letitia James for prioritizing political battles over crime reduction and pledges to take a tougher stance on law enforcement, including the possibility of state intervention in the New York Police Department if necessary. Komatireddy also promises to enforce civil rights laws more aggressively, particularly in response to incidents of harassment on college campuses, and rejects calls to target pro-Israel individuals or organizations.