New York AG Letitia James Faces Indictment Amid Political and Legal Controversy
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New York Attorney General Letitia James faces federal charges of bank fraud and false statements related to her mortgage dealings, sparking strong support from Democratic leaders who accuse the Trump administration of weaponizing the justice system for political purposes. The charges stem from her 2020 Virginia property purchase, with her defenders claiming the prosecution is vindictive and politically motivated. James denies the charges, which are set to be addressed in court on October 24.
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- Top Justice Dept. Officials Weren’t Told in Advance of James Indictment The New York Times
- Pam Bondi, DOJ officials caught off guard by Tish James indictment: Sources ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- What we know about the charges against New York's Attorney General Letitia James BBC
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