Trump Demands New York AG Letitia James Resign Over Virginia Mortgage Fraud Allegations, Criminal Referral by FHFA

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Updated Apr 16, 2025, 07:12 PM

President Donald Trump has called for the resignation of New York Attorney General Letitia James, following allegations of mortgage fraud related to a property purchase in Virginia. Trump described James as a 'totally corrupt politician' and emphasized that her presence in office hinders efforts to 'Make America Great Again.' The allegations stem from documents suggesting that James, along with Shamice Thompson-Hairston, purchased a property in Norfolk, Virginia, for $240,000 in August 2023, securing a mortgage of just under $220,000. These documents indicate that James may have falsified records to secure the home loan, potentially violating mortgage fraud laws. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), directed by William Pulte, has made a criminal referral to the Department of Justice. James, who previously prosecuted Trump for fraud, now faces scrutiny over similar charges. The referral claims that James misrepresented the Virginia property as her principal residence, despite her legal obligation to reside in New York as the state's Attorney General. Additionally, she is accused of misrepresenting a Brooklyn property as having four units instead of five to secure more favorable loan terms, and listing her father as her husband on mortgage documents. The situation has drawn attention due to the irony of James potentially facing the same type of charges she used against Trump, who was ordered to pay a $455 million judgment in a case brought by James. Legal experts, including Sam Antar, a former CFO of Crazy Eddie turned white-collar crime investigator, have noted the seriousness of these allegations, which could impact James's legal standing and future political career. James's campaign was partly funded by George Soros, and the allegations raise questions about her eligibility to run for re-election, which requires uninterrupted New York residency.

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