US Justice Department Charges New York Attorney General Letitia James in Mortgage Fraud Probe

Breaking News: New York Attorney General Letitia James Indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James was charged by the US Justice Department on Thursday as part of a mortgage fraud investigation pushed by President Donald Trump. According to the indictment, James faces up to 30 years in prison per count and a fine of up to $1 million on each count. The charges stem from her alleged involvement in a mortgage scheme while serving as Attorney General. Timeline: October 9, 2025: US Justice Department indicts Letitia James May 05, 2021: Letitia James sues President Donald Trump and his company for fraud Immediate Impact and Response: Letitia James has rejected the charges, calling them "baseless" and "political retribution" for her successful civil suit against the president. Her office released a statement saying she will continue to serve as Attorney General. Background Context: The indictment is part of a larger investigation into mortgage fraud in New York. President Trump had previously criticized James' lawsuit, calling it a "witch hunt." What Happens Next: Letitia James will appear in court on October 16, 2025, to face the charges. The case is expected to have significant implications for her role as Attorney General and the ongoing investigation into mortgage fraud. The US Justice Department has confirmed the indictment, but details of the alleged scheme remain unclear. Letitia James' office has released a statement denying any wrongdoing. *This story is developing. Information compiled from Dw reporting.*