Mark Herring is an American politician and attorney who served as the Attorney General of Virginia from 2014 to 2022. A member of the Democratic Party, he was first elected to the position after previously serving in the Virginia State Senate. Herring focused on issues such as consumer protection, civil rights, and criminal justice reform during his tenure. Born on September 25, 1961, in Saratoga Springs, New York, Herring graduated from James Madison University and earned his law degree from University of Richmond. He has been involved in various community and legal initiatives, advocating for policies that promote equality and justice in Virginia.