(PatriotNews.net) – New York Attorney General Letitia James has spent years in the legal spotlight battling President-elect Donald Trump. Her longstanding feud with Trump began during her 2018 campaign for AG when she vowed to challenge him directly, a promise she’s pursued relentlessly ever since. Despite Trump’s landslide victory over Vice President Kamala Harris last week, James and her allies are signaling they won’t back down.
James has been a frequent critic of Trump, often accusing him of abusing his power. Trump, in turn, has dismissed her legal efforts as politically motivated, labeling her actions as “Trump Derangement Syndrome.” Throughout her tenure, James has repeatedly targeted Trump’s business dealings, alleging fraud and misconduct. Her recent statements underscore her determination to continue these efforts even after Trump’s return to power. One of her highest-profile cases accused Trump and the Trump Organization of inflating asset values to secure loans and tax benefits. The case led to a significant financial judgment against Trump, though he has appealed the ruling.
Trump’s supporters argue James’ actions amount to “lawfare,” using the legal system to pursue political goals. Mike Davis, a prominent conservative legal advocate, warned James against continuing her pursuit of Trump during his second term. “We’re not messing around this time,” he declared on a recent podcast, suggesting her efforts might backfire under a new administration.
James’ critics highlight her open animosity toward Trump. During her 2018 campaign, she referred to him as a “con man” and pledged to hold him accountable. Her continued focus on Trump has sparked significant controversy, with critics questioning whether her actions are rooted in political bias. Her focus on Trump has been a defining feature of her role, with her office taking nearly 100 legal actions against his administration between 2019 and 2021. Trump and his allies see these efforts as a thinly veiled attempt to undermine his political career.
As Trump prepares for his second term, legal battles are far from over. His team is appealing the hefty civil fraud judgment, arguing it lacks precedent and involves no actual victims. Meanwhile, James remains defiant, promising to continue her work and defend what she calls “the rule of law.”
While Trump’s supporters see his election victory as a rejection of “lawfare,” James and her allies, including New York Governor Kathy Hochul, are bracing for potential clashes with the Trump administration. For now, the battle between Trump and James is far from resolved, with both sides preparing for the next chapter.
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