New York Attorney General Letitia James, who led a legal case against US President Donald Trump over alleged fraud in his businesses, has been charged with lying on a mortgage application, drawing accusations of political vindictiveness by the White House.

Her first court appearance is set for October 24.

Here is what we know:

Who is Letitia James?

James is the attorney general of New York, a Democrat who has built her reputation on pursuing powerful figures and institutions.

She gained national attention for leading civil cases against Trump, his family, and the Trump Organization, securing a major fraud ruling earlier this year.

Now 66, James has served as New York’s attorney general since 2019, when she made history as the first Black woman elected to statewide office.

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