FBI Probes Letitia James in Mortgage Fraud Case

The FBI and U.S. Attorney's Office in Albany have launched a formal criminal investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James over allegations of mortgage fraud, following a referral from Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte. The referral claims James falsified records to secure favorable home loans for properties in Virginia and Brooklyn, including misrepresenting her principal residence and the number of units in a Brooklyn brownstone. Newly disclosed allegations include a 1983 document listing James as her father's 'wife' for mortgage purposes. James has strongly denied all accusations, labeling the probe politically motivated and part of former President Donald Trump's 'revenge tour,' and has retained attorney Abbe Lowell. Questions remain about the investigation's jurisdiction and the statute of limitations on some claims. Both the FBI and James's office have declined further comment as the investigation continues.