Watchdog group hits Letitia James with bar complaint after federal judge tosses case
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A conservative watchdog group has filed a bar complaint against New York Attorney General Letitia James amid federal mortgage fraud accusations.
Michael Dorgan is a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business.
According to the complaint and related public statements, the group alleges that James’ actions raise concerns under the state's Rules of Professional Conduct, the ethical standards that govern lawyers in New York. You can send tips to michael.dorgan@fox.com and follow him on Twitter @M_Dorgan.
"Fraud, misrepresentation, honesty and trustworthiness are all factors that the Rules of Professional Conduct expressly consider when weighing whether to discipline an attorney," Curtis Schube, the group's director of research and policy, wrote in the four-page complaint, per the outlet.
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