New York Attorney General Letitia James made her first public appearance since being indicted on federal mortgage fraud charges, speaking at a rally for Democratic New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
I will not bow, I will not break, I will not bend, I will not capitulate
James received prolonged cheers as she walked onto the stage at the United Palace Theater in Washington Heights, where she reaffirmed her refusal to back away from the case.
Her appearance has intensified debate over political influence within the justice system, with James warning of "powerful voices trying to silence truth and punish dissent".
Author's summary: Letitia James speaks out against indictment charges.