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Letitia James' Indictment Sparks Democratic Rally Ahead of Election

10/11/2025

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The indictment of Letitia James, New York Attorney General, on bank fraud charges energizes Democratic voters ahead of the November 4 election.
Governor Kathy Hochul and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries defend James, framing the indictment as a political attack by President Donald Trump.
James calls the charges baseless.
Andrew Cuomo, former Governor of New York, is in a difficult position, unable to criticize James without alienating her supporters.

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The indictment of Letitia James, New York Attorney General, on bank fraud charges energizes Democratic voters ahead of the November 4 election.
Governor Kathy Hochul and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries defend James, framing the indictment as a political attack by President Donald Trump.
James calls the charges baseless.
Andrew Cuomo, former Governor of New York, is in a difficult position, unable to criticize James without alienating her supporters.