Summary
New York Attorney General Letitia James has asked a federal judge to dismiss a mortgage fraud case against her, claiming it is politically motivated by President Donald Trump. James argues that the case is part of a pattern of retaliatory legal actions against Trump's critics. Her legal team has filed a motion stating that the case is an example of selective prosecution.
Key Facts
- New York AG Letitia James faces a mortgage fraud case she wants dismissed.
- She claims the prosecution is politically motivated by President Trump.
- James pled not guilty to accusations of lying on mortgage papers for better loan terms.
- She describes the case as part of a pattern of attacks on Trump's critics.
- Two other critics of Trump, John Bolton and James Comey, also face charges.
- Lindsey Halligan, appointed by Trump, is the lead prosecutor on the case.
- James previously won a fraud lawsuit against Trump, but financial penalties were overturned.
- Trump's social media posts have targeted James with derogatory terms.
