A Trump administration official has made new criminal referrals against New York Attorney General Letitia James, alleging possible homeowner's insurance fraud related to two properties in Norfolk, Virginia. The referrals claim James falsified occupancy information on insurance applications, but her attorney denounced the actions as politically motivated and part of a vendetta by the Trump administration. These allegations follow previous unsuccessful attempts to prosecute James on mortgage-related charges amid her ongoing legal battles with Trump and his organization.
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The Biden administration has come under fire for waiving 26 federal laws in order to construct roughly 20 miles of additional border wall in South Texas. President Joe Biden defended the decision, saying that the Trump-era funding for the barrier must be used to stop illegal migration from Mexico. Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas rejected criticism of the decision, saying that the Biden administration was bound by law to follow through with the project. The decision has sparked debate among both Democrats and Republicans, with some arguing that the wall is necessary and others contending that it is a waste of money and a violation of human rights.
The Biden administration has suffered a setback after the withdrawal of their nominee to run the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Phillip Washington. The White House blamed the withdrawal on "an onslaught of unfounded Republican attacks" and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called Washington “an excellent nominee”. Despite Democratic support, key senators on their side balked at supporting Biden’s pick, and it remains to be seen who will be chosen to fill the role of FAA Administrator.
House Republicans have sent a letter to the Manhattan District Attorney's office demanding documents and sworn testimony related to the potential indictment of former President Donald Trump. The letter, signed by three House Committee Chairs, accused the DA's office of preparing to "abuse prosecutorial authority" and questioned their use of federal funds and communication with the Department of Justice. The Manhattan DA's office has yet to comment on the letter or the potential indictment.