In a stunning twist, New York Attorney General Letitia James — the woman who took on Donald Trump in court — now finds herself in the defendant’s seat.
A federal grand jury has indicted her on charges of bank fraud and making false statements tied to a Virginia mortgage loan.
According to prosecutors, James allegedly claimed a Norfolk home would be her “secondary residence.”
In reality, it was rented out — a move they say helped her secure better loan terms.
The case is led by U.S. prosecutor Lindsey Halligan — a Trump appointee and his former personal attorney.
It could carry up to 30 years in prison per count.
James Calls Charges Political Revenge
James isn’t backing down. “He is forcing federal law enforcement to do his bidding,” she said.
She called the charges “baseless” and a “desperate weaponization of justice.”
Her attorney echoed that sentiment, accusing Trump of revenge politics.
The timing raises eyebrows: Halligan took over after another prosecutor resigned, reportedly for refusing to charge James.
Meanwhile, Trump has publicly urged prosecutions against his political foes — several of whom now face investigations.
Governor Kathy Hochul called the indictment “a punishment for holding the powerful accountable.”
But as the political and legal drama deepens, one question looms large.
In this high-stakes feud, who’s really on trial — Letitia James or the U.S. justice system itself?
