FBI Investigates NY Attorney General Letitia James for Alleged Mortgage Fraud

The FBI has launched a criminal probe into claims of mortgage fraud against New York Attorney General Letitia James. Her legal actions against former President Donald Trump have made her a public target for him.

The accusations stem from allegations that James falsified records to secure loans for a recent property purchase, according to a letter from FHFA Director William Pulte. The FBI's Albany office is handling the investigation.

James has refuted the accusations, and her office has not issued any comments. Similarly, the Department of Justice has also declined to comment on the matter.

(With inputs from agencies.)