Trump accuses Schiff of ‘mortgage fraud,’ calls for prosecution
On July 15, President Trump publicly accused Democratic Senator Adam Schiff of "mortgage fraud," baselessly alleging that Schiff misrepresented his Maryland home as a primary residence to secure better loan terms. Trump tweeted that Schiff should be "brought to justice" after learning the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) may have referred the matter to the Department of Justice.
Schiff swiftly responded via social media: “This is just Donald Trump’s latest attempt at political retaliation against his perceived enemies,” firmly rejecting the accusations . The Democrat clarified that he used both residences long-term and that lenders were fully aware of the arrangement.
Legal experts caution that FHFA referrals don’t equate to charges and emphasize due process. Nonetheless, Trump’s move intensifies partisan conflict and shifts attention from other ongoing controversies.
Observers warn that naming a political opponent in criminal terms risks escalating polarization, especially with midterms looming. The Justice Department now faces pressure to address Trump’s allegations or risk accusations of bias.
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