James Faces Federal Probe Over Mortgage
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The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has referred New York Attorney General Letitia James to the Justice Department for investigation. The FHFA alleges James misrepresented her primary residence to obtain a more favorable mortgage on a Virginia property, potentially violating federal law. James' office denies the allegations, accusing the FHFA of weaponizing the federal government. The referral follows James' successful 2024 lawsuit against Donald Trump and his organization.
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has referred New York Attorney General Letitia James to the Justice Department for investigation. The FHFA alleges James misrepresented her primary residence to obtain a more favorable mortgage on a Virginia property, potentially violating federal law. James' office denies the allegations, accusing the FHFA of weaponizing the federal government. The referral follows James' successful 2024 lawsuit against Donald Trump and his organization.
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