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Sources reveal that Attorney General Pam Bondi and DOJ officials were caught off guard by the indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James for alleged mortgage fraud, which was presented by U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan without prior departmental notification, amid tensions involving political motivations and internal DOJ conflicts.
New York Attorney General Tish James, a Democrat, has achieved a significant milestone by grilling former President Donald Trump under oath as a key witness in a civil fraud case brought against him and his business empire. This high-profile case highlights James' progressive credentials and her willingness to take on Trump, despite the backlash and trolling she has faced. James' office has accused Trump of inflating the value of his real estate assets, and she has attended the trial consistently, which is unusual for a law-enforcement official. This case is seen as part of a broader range of issues James has tackled, including holding drug makers accountable for the opioid crisis and challenging the National Rifle Association's non-profit status. While the attorney general's post in New York has traditionally been viewed as a stepping stone to the governor's office, James has expressed little interest in running for governor, suggesting that the attorney general's job may be the culmination of her career in elected office.
Former President Donald Trump left his New York fraud trial after launching tirades against the presiding judge and the state attorney general. Trump disparaged AG Tish James as an "animal" and accused state Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engoron of being controlled by Democrats. Trump's comments came after Engoron imposed a limited gag order on him. The attorney general described Trump's remarks as offensive and baseless, while Trump's attorneys filed an appeal of Engoron's ruling. The trial will continue, with the AG seeking to hold Trump liable for additional claims and recover $250 million in "ill-gotten gains."