DOJ Probes NY AG James Over Trump, NRA Cases

The Department of Justice is investigating New York Attorney General Letitia James over her civil fraud case against Donald Trump and a separate lawsuit against the NRA. The probe, led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of New York, examines whether James's actions violated the civil rights of Trump or others involved. James previously secured a $454 million judgment against Trump for inflating asset values, as well as a jury verdict against NRA leader Wayne LaPierre for misuse of funds. The investigation, which has prompted ongoing appeals, has drawn criticism as a dangerous escalation and alleged political retribution. James and her legal team have denounced the probe as an attack on the rule of law and warned against weaponization of the justice system. The DOJ has not commented on the specifics of the case.