Summary
House Democrats, led by Jamie Raskin, are investigating Bill Pulte, a former Trump administration housing official. The probe focuses on allegations that Pulte targeted political opponents of former President Trump, such as Adam Schiff, Letitia James, and Lisa Cook, with claims of mortgage fraud. Democrats want to understand if Pulte coordinated with the White House to investigate these individuals.
Key Facts
- House Democrats are investigating Bill Pulte for allegedly targeting Trump's political critics.
- Jamie Raskin is leading the investigation as the House Judiciary Committee ranking member.
- Pulte allegedly accused Adam Schiff, Letitia James, and Lisa Cook of mortgage fraud.
- Raskin claims Pulte may have acted in coordination with the White House.
- Pulte's accusations include claims that Cook falsely listed multiple primary residences.
- Pulte's actions may have aimed to punish critics of former President Trump.
- The Democrats' investigation seeks records related to these selective investigations.
- Raskin is examining FHFA's partnership with Palantir for identifying mortgage fraud.
