New York Attorney General Letitia James Faces Virginia Mortgage Fraud Charges

New York Attorney General Letitia James, a frequent critic of President Trump, faces charges of bank fraud and making false statements related to a 2020 home purchase in Norfolk, Virginia. The charges were brought by U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan, a Trump appointee who replaced a predecessor that resisted pursuing the case. James's legal team plans to challenge Halligan's appointment as unlawful and seek dismissal of the charges, arguing the prosecutor was improperly installed. The indictment alleges James misrepresented the use of a property by renting it out despite agreeing to use it primarily for personal use, which allegedly secured her favorable loan terms. James denies the charges, calling them politically motivated and a continuation of President Trump's efforts to weaponize the justice system against his opponents. This case follows similar legal challenges by other Trump adversaries who have also contested Halligan's appointment.