Urgent: AG James Accuses Trump Prosecutor of Hiding Evidence

UPDATE: New York Attorney General Letitia James has just accused President Donald Trump’s controversial prosecutor, Lindsey Halligan, of concealing crucial evidence in a high-stakes fraud case. This urgent development was reported by Talking Points Memo and raises serious questions about the integrity of the ongoing investigation.

In a filing submitted on October 23, 2023, James’ legal team claims that Halligan has failed to turn over more than 100 pages of evidence that could significantly impact the case. The allegations stem from a bank fraud accusation against James, initiated by Trump’s housing finance director, Bill Pulte, who asserts that she misrepresented multiple properties as primary residences on mortgage documents.

James vehemently denies any wrongdoing, and expert legal opinions suggest that public evidence contradicts these claims. Notably, a memo from prosecutors themselves has cast doubt on the validity of Halligan’s case. In their filing, James’ attorneys have requested the court to compel the Justice Department to release documents allegedly submitted by former FHFA Acting Inspector General Joe Allen, who has become a key figure in this controversy.

The situation escalates as it has been reported that Allen and several ethics officials at the FHFA were dismissed shortly after they began investigating Pulte’s claims. These firings occurred amid allegations that they were promoting diversity and equity initiatives that contradicted Trump’s policy objectives. This context raises serious ethical concerns about the motivations behind the accusations against James.

Halligan, who previously filed charges against former FBI Director James Comey, is now facing scrutiny herself. Questions have arisen over the legitimacy of her appointment as U.S. attorney, with claims that she may lack the authority to pursue these prosecutions.

As this case unfolds, the implications for both James and Halligan could be significant, affecting not just their careers, but also the broader political landscape. Observers are watching closely to see how the court will respond to James’ request for further documentation, and whether Halligan’s case will withstand growing scrutiny.

Stay tuned for more urgent updates as this story develops.