News|Donald TrumpTrump adversary Letitia James pleads not guilty in mortgage fraud caseUS President Donald Trump has publicly called for the prosecution of James and other political rivals despite concerns.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has entered a not-guilty plea to federal charges in a case concerning mortgage fraud. The charges, brought forward by the Trump administration, allege that James misrepresented a property investment to secure…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has entered a not-guilty plea to federal charges in a case concerning mortgage fraud. The charges, brought forward by the Trump administration, allege that James misrepresented a property investment to secure favorable loan terms.
James faces one count of bank fraud and one count of making a false statement to a financial institution. Each charge carries a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison. Her initial court appearance took place in Norfolk, Virginia, where she pleaded not guilty to both counts. The trial is scheduled to commence on January 26, 2026.
The allegations pertain to James's purchase of a property in Virginia, with claims that she secured a favorable mortgage rate by declaring it as a secondary residence while renting it out. The charges have been described by James as an extension of political actions by the administration.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has entered a not-guilty plea to federal charges in a case concerning mortgage fraud.
Recently, former FBI Director James Comey and former National Security Adviser John Bolton have also faced legal actions in connection with similar charges. These developments align with President Trump's public calls for legal actions against his political adversaries, including James.
James's legal representation has expressed intentions to contest the appointment of Lindsey Halligan, a former White House aide with no prior federal prosecution experience, who signed the indictments.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
