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Grand Jury Clears Letitia James of Fraud Charges

12/5/2025

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On December 5, 2025, federal grand jurors declined to indict Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, after a judge dismissed bank fraud charges against her and ruled that the prosecutor Lindsey Halligan was improperly appointed.
The charges allege James falsely claimed a property as a second home to secure a better mortgage rate.
James denies wrongdoing and says the charges are politically motivated.
Her attorneys argue the prosecution is vindictive, stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump's animosity toward her.
The judge dismissed the indictments without prejudice, allowing for potential re-indictment.

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Story summary

On December 5, 2025, federal grand jurors declined to indict Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, after a judge dismissed bank fraud charges against her and ruled that the prosecutor Lindsey Halligan was improperly appointed.
The charges allege James falsely claimed a property as a second home to secure a better mortgage rate.
James denies wrongdoing and says the charges are politically motivated.
Her attorneys argue the prosecution is vindictive, stemming from U.S. President Donald Trump's animosity toward her.
The judge dismissed the indictments without prejudice, allowing for potential re-indictment.