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Letitia James Claims Trump-Driven Retaliation in Fraud Case
11/8/2025
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- New York Attorney General Letitia James argues the case against her is driven by animus from U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Prosecutors allege bank fraud related to a 2020 property purchase by Letitia James.
- Her defense describes the charges as baseless.
- Her defense describes retaliation from Trump and his allies, including pressure campaigns and unusual investigations into her office.
- James maintains her innocence.
