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James responded with a defiant social media video, claiming the indictment is part of a “desperate weaponization” of the justice system by political rivals, specifically accusing President Trump of using law enforcement for political retribution. The indictment revolves around allegations that James signed documents in 2020, claiming her residence in Norfolk, Virginia, as her secondary home — a move she says was to secure favorable loan terms. However, the DOJ alleges she rented the property out in violation of her commitments, suggesting a scheme to leverage mortgage advantages while benefiting from an investment property.