The Associated Press spoke with an anonymous source familiar with the ongoing spat between President Trump and New York Attorney General Letitia James, and they revealed that the U.S attorney who is investigating James might be removed from office.

This shocking revelation is an unconfirmed rumor, so it’s important to take the information with a grain of salt.

According to the Associated Press’s reporting, the anonymous source is familiar with the matter but is not authorized to discuss what he’s learned with the press. The individual stated that he had been told the career prosecutor currently investigating the fraud allegations against Letitia James, Erik Siebert, has been asked to resign. He further stated that if Seibert does not voluntarily step down, he will likely be fired.

The confidant did not provide further details about who said Siebert was being removed, why he’s being replaced, or who might step in to fill his role.

The Associated Press turned to Seibert’s office to investigate the validity of these allegations, but the office declined to make any comments regarding the matter.

This unfolding situation is only one more confusing factor in the ongoing investigation against James. The current administration intends to pursue fraud charges against James due to discrepancies in paperwork regarding the alleged values of a Virginia home and a Brooklyn townhouse owned by the attorney general, but they haven’t secured an indictment yet. So far, it’s unclear whether Siebert has been able to collect enough incriminating evidence to pursue charges. That said, it makes sense that the administration might be considering replacing Siebert with someone who can act more effectively and speed up the process.

The Associated Press isn’t the only news publication to report about the potential firing of Siebert. ABC News also stated that they uncovered reports that the Trump administration was preparing to pressure Siebert out of the case.

Initially, the administration appointed Siebert to handle the situation, but it seems he isn’t performing as expected. U.S. attorneys are rarely fired, so it’s also essential to take that fact into consideration when hearing news about these rumors and reports.

Seeking Justice in New York

The biggest concern with the ongoing battle between James and Trump is that the Justice Department should never be weaponized or wielded for political purposes. Suppose you are ever accused of a crime or civil wrongdoing. In that case, it is essential to hire the right legal representation to ensure your rights are upheld and respected throughout the process.

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