Trump Administration Targets New York Attorney General with Criminal Accusations

In a surprising turn of events, the Trump administration is pushing for a federal criminal investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James, accusing her of mortgage fraud. This move follows a civil case in which James successfully argued that former President Trump inflated the value of his properties to secure favorable loan terms, a judgment Trump is currently appealing.

The administration has made a criminal referral to the Department of Justice, where officials from the Federal Housing Finance Agency claim that James manipulated property records to secure better loan agreements. Allegations include misrepresenting a New York property and asserting a Virginia property as her primary residence to obtain advantageous financing options.

James’ office has dismissed the accusations as a misuse of government power, stating that she remains dedicated to protecting New Yorkers amidst what they termed "weaponization" of the legal process. The White House confirmed that no charges have yet been filed, and further action will depend on the Department of Justice.

Trump took to Truth Social to brand James a "wacky crook" and called for her resignation while he faces his own legal troubles, having been convicted of falsifying business records in an unrelated case. This latest clash between Trump and James exemplifies the ongoing tensions in the political landscape, where each side accuses the other of using the legal system for personal gain amid broader issues of accountability and governance.