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politics15 hours ago

DOJ defends Halligan's U.S. attorney status amid court clash over appointment validity

DOJ lawyers defended Lindsey Halligan’s continued use of the U.S. attorney title after a judge ruled her interim appointment invalid, arguing the Currie decision doesn’t bar her from all duties and blasting the demand for justification as an abuse of power; Novak ordered Halligan to explain why she uses the title, while Currie previously held the appointment violated the Appointments Clause and voided indictments related to James Comey and Letitia James, highlighting a high-stakes dispute over appointment authority in Virginia’s Eastern District.

via CBS News|
#appointments-clause#comey#doj
local-politics23 days ago

Zohran Mamdani to be sworn in as NYC Mayor with Bernie Sanders and a block party

Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in as New York City mayor on January 1 with a two-part ceremony involving Attorney General Letitia James and Senator Bernie Sanders, followed by a citywide block party. The event emphasizes public participation and diversity, amid discussions about the composition of Mamdani's transition advisory committee and concerns raised by the ADL regarding some members' past associations.

via ABC7 New York|
#bernie-sanders#inauguration#letitia-james
legal2 months ago

Letitia James Pleads Not Guilty to Bank Fraud Charges Amid Political Tensions

Letitia James, the New York attorney general, was arraigned in Norfolk, Virginia, on federal charges of mortgage fraud and false statements related to her purchase of a property used as an investment. The case involves complex legal motions, including disputes over the appointment of the U.S. attorney and media conduct, with a trial tentatively scheduled for January 2026.

via Lawfare|
#court-arraignment#federal-charges#legal
law-and-politics2 months ago

Letitia James Faces Legal Challenges Amidst Federal Fraud Allegations

New York Attorney General Letitia James is expected to plead not guilty to charges of mortgage fraud and false statements, which are widely viewed as politically motivated, with her legal team planning to seek dismissal due to alleged improper appointment of the prosecutor and questionable evidence, amidst broader political tensions involving former President Trump.

via The Guardian|
#indictment#law-and-politics#legal-controversy
politics2 months ago

NY AG Letitia James to face arraignment on mortgage and bank fraud charges

New York Attorney General Letitia James is set to be arraigned on federal mortgage fraud charges related to a property purchased in 2020, amid allegations of false statements and misuse of the property as an investment. James and her legal team deny the charges, claiming they are politically motivated retribution, and are challenging the appointment of the prosecutor. The case is part of broader political tensions involving former President Trump and his allies.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#indictment#letitia-james#mortgage-fraud
law-and-politics2 months ago

Letitia James Plans to Challenge Appointment in Mortgage Fraud Case

Prosecutors investigating New York Attorney General Letitia James found evidence that weakens some allegations in her recent indictment, including minimal personal profit and unclear occupancy evidence, raising doubts about the case's strength. Despite this, James faces charges of bank fraud and false statements, with her court appearance scheduled for this week.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#federal-investigation#indictment#law-and-politics