Letitia James Highlights Lawsuits Against Trump Administration
New York Attorney General Letitia James recently emphasized her ongoing legal battles against the Trump administration during a keynote speech at a Manhattan event aimed at improving New York.
“Currently, we’ve filed 21, 22, 23 lawsuits against this administration,” she stated, showcasing her office’s extensive efforts in this regard.
James listed various cases, touching on issues such as birthright citizenship, funding for the Office of Management and Budget, cuts to Covid grants, and reduced support for AmeriCorps.
She criticized the administration’s tough stance on illegal immigration, describing it as “the wounds of our country’s moral fibers,” and pointed out how it contradicts the welcoming spirit embodied by the Statue of Liberty.
When questioned about investigations into her own conduct, particularly related to mortgage fraud—an inquiry initiated by the FBI and U.S. Attorney’s Office—James dismissed the allegations. “I’m not sure why they keep saying they’re investigating me. We have, however, secured a $454 million ruling against Donald Trump and his family,” she remarked.
Her investigation into real estate holdings was first reported by the Albany Times Union, stemming from a criminal referral sent to the Department of Justice regarding possible “forged records” in a property transaction in Virginia that occurred in 2023. This transaction included James misrepresenting her residence to secure more favorable mortgage terms.
James did acknowledge a mistake in the paperwork for the purchase but maintained that it wasn’t as serious as it might seem.
“Before that transaction, I clearly stated to mortgage brokers that I am not a Virginia resident and I never will be,” she explained. “They took the power of attorney documentation and used it as a basis for their investigation, despite it not being relevant to my eligibility for a mortgage in Virginia.”
Additionally, the Attorney General’s office is involved with Abbe David Lowell, a prominent lawyer for Hunter Biden, related to the efforts of a special advisor dealing with the fallout from a scandal.
Reports suggest that while the office is managing this situation, the financial burden forlegal services may ultimately fall on New York taxpayers.
