Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Special Prosecutor Ed Martin Calls on Letitia James to Resign as New York AG as His Mortgage Fraud Investigation Heats Up

 Ed Martin, a special prosecutor, is calling for Letitia James, the New York Attorney General, to resign amid a mortgage fraud investigation. This comes after allegations surfaced concerning James' property holdings and her mortgage applications.

• Investigation Details: Ed Martin has been appointed to investigate suspected mortgage fraud involving Letitia James and Senator Adam Schiff. He recently communicated his request for her resignation to James' attorney, Abbe Lowell.

• Allegations Against Letitia James:

• The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) claims that James misrepresented a Brooklyn property on mortgage applications. Specifically, she inaccurately stated that her five-unit building was a four-unit building, which allowed her to secure better loan terms.

• The investigation suggests that her actions saved her significant amounts of money over the years, particularly related to a Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) loan in 2011.

• Statement from Ed Martin: In his letter, Martin expressed that James resigning would serve the "good of the state and nation," implying that her departure would alleviate public concern about the ongoing investigation.

• Public Inspection of Property: Martin was seen inspecting the property in question. A neighbor reportedly confronted him as part of the ongoing scrutiny of James' dealings.

The situation involving Letitia James is developing as Ed Martin continues to investigate the alleged mortgage fraud. His call for her resignation emphasizes the seriousness of the accusations and the potential implications for her political career and public trust.

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/08/special-prosecutor-ed-martin-calls-letitia-james-resign/

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