Trump administration refers NY AG Letitia James for mortgage probe

The Trump administration referred New York Attorney General Letitia James for a mortgage probe. Officials said the probe will cover property she purchased in Virginia for $240,000 with a mortgage of nearly $220,000.

Documents indicate that New York Attorney General Letitia James and Shamice Thompson-Hairston purchased a house together in Virginia for $240,000, raising questions about James’ residency status as attorney general.

James faces scrutiny over whether she satisfied residency rules while serving as attorney general, amidst ongoing legal issues with President Donald Trump.

James stated, “No matter how rich, powerful, or politically connected you are — no one is above the law,” following a court ruling against Trump.