Trump Justice Department Goes After Tish James With Subpoenas
Briefly

The Justice Department has served subpoenas to the New York Attorney General's office in connection with investigations into Letitia James. This includes her civil fraud case against Donald Trump and her lawsuit against the National Rifle Association. The inquiry is reportedly exploring allegations that James's office violated civil rights of individuals in her cases. James's team responded critically, claiming the Justice Department's actions reflect a disturbing trend of weaponizing the justice system. In related legal actions, a federal judge found Trump liable for fraud, ordering a substantial fine, which Trump is appealing.
The Justice Department has issued subpoenas to the New York Attorney General's office regarding investigations into Letitia James's civil fraud case against Trump and the NRA.
James's office criticized the Justice Department's actions, asserting that the weaponization of the justice system should concern all Americans.
Letitia James filed a lawsuit against Trump in 2022, claiming that he knowingly inflated the value of his assets to secure favorable loan terms.
A federal judge found Trump liable for fraud, imposing a significant fine, which remains contested by Trump’s legal team.
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