New York State Attorney General Letitia James’s office is lawyering up as the Democrat grapples with a pair of federal investigations.
James hired Munger, Tolles Olson LLP, to deal with a pair of subpoenas sent by federal prosecutors in Albany, according to the state comptroller’s office. An office spokesperson said no information about cost was immediately available.
The legal buildup indicates progress in Republican-backed probes targeting James as she continues to lead lawsuits against President Donald Trump’s administration.
James’ Democratic allies say Trump is weaponizing the Department of Justice against her. Republicans say Democrats, including James, unfairly targeted Trump and other conservatives.
The law firm didn’t respond to a message seeking comment. The legal team includ