Overview

• Sen. Adam Schiff created the Senator Schiff Legal Defense Fund, with filings reported to have been submitted to the IRS last week.
• The Justice Department’s investigation is ongoing after Attorney General Pam Bondi named Ed Martin special prosecutor on Aug. 8 to examine alleged mortgage fraud.
• The FHFA referred the matter to DOJ in May, alleging Schiff misrepresented a Potomac, Maryland home as his primary residence and falsified records dating back to 2003 while also claiming a Burbank, California condo.
• Reporting indicates a Maryland grand jury is weighing whether to approve an indictment related to the residency and loan-term allegations.
• Schiff denies wrongdoing through his attorney and spokesperson, while President Donald Trump has urged prosecution and criticized Schiff over the claims.