The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a federal grand jury investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James, according to two sources familiar with the investigation who weren’t authorized to speak publicly.

James won a civil fraud case against President Trump and his companies, fining them millions of dollars in penalties linked to fraud allegations.

A judge says Trump is liable for fraud in New York civil lawsuit

Judge Arthur Engoron finds that Trump and his associates exaggerated the former president’s net worth in order to complete deals and receive more financing.

Trump has singled out James for public criticism in the past.

Two sources told NPR the criminal probe into James is being led by the top federal prosecutor in Albany.

The DOJ wants more information fr

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