Democrat enters AG race hoping to replace Bullock

HELENA — A Democrat is entering the 2012 attorney general's race even though incumbent Democrat Steve Bullock hasn't formally announced his plans to either run again or seek the governor's office as he is considering. But indications are mounting that such a run is likely.

Jesse Laslovich, a former legislator and assistant attorney general who is currently chief legal counsel for the auditor's office that regulates insurance and securities, announced plans Thursday to run for attorney general.

Bullock is popular with Democrats, and many in the party are hoping he runs for governor since i...