Leak source and subject: In 2017, it became publicly known that then-Deputy FBI Director Andrew McCabe had authorized a leak to a Wall Street Journal reporter in late 2016 regarding the status of the investigation. McCabe was subsequently accused of lying to the DOJ inspector general about authorizing this leak, which eventually contributed to his dismissal from the FBI in 2018.

Inspector general's conclusion: A later investigation by the DOJ inspector general found that while McCabe had shared information, FBI rules allowed the deputy director to speak with the media without authorization. The report also concluded that former FBI Director James Comey had not authorized the leak.

Claims that New York Attorney General Letitia James committed mortgage fraud have been investigated by the Department of Justice, but evidence has not been found to support the allegations. Despite the failure to find sufficient evidence, some officials in the Trump administration continue to press for charges.
Details surrounding the mortgage fraud allegations:

The origin of the referral: In April 2025, William Pulte, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), referred allegations to the Justice Department, accusing James of falsifying documents to secure favorable loan terms on properties in Virginia and Brooklyn.

The core claim: Central to the investigation was a 2023 mortgage transaction for a Virginia home James co-borrowed for her niece. A limited power-of-attorney form signed by James mistakenly stated the Virginia property would be her principal residence. This contrasted with her status as New York Attorney General, which requires her to have primary residency in New York.

Contradictory evidence: James's attorney, Abbe Lowell, presented evidence that disproved the claim, including an email James sent to her mortgage broker prior to the closing stating, "this property WILL NOT be my primary residence".

The federal investigation: A five-month investigation by federal prosecutors in the Eastern District of Virginia found no clear evidence that James knowingly made false statements to a financial institution with the intent to defraud.
Continued political pressure:

Resignation of US Attorney: Erik Siebert, the US Attorney in charge of the investigation, was reportedly pressured by Trump officials to indict James despite the lack of evidence. Siebert resigned under pressure in September 2025.
Investigation continues: Following Siebert's resignation, the Department of Justice, under Attorney General Pam Bondi, reportedly appointed a new lead for the investigation and intends to press ahead with the case