Letitia James Pleads Not Guilty to Mortgage Fraud Charges

New York Attorney General Letitia James pleaded not guilty to charges of mortgage fraud in a Virginia federal court, facing one count of bank fraud and another for making false statements. The indictment, secured by Trump-appointed U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan, alleges James misrepresented a property as a second home to obtain a favorable mortgage while using it as an investment rental, with a trial set for January 26.

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