US EditionPublished • loading... • Updated
Trump appointee inspired by conservative media outlet to push for probe of Democratic congressman
FHFA head William Pulte referred mortgage fraud allegations against Rep. Eric Swalwell to the Justice Department amid claims of politically motivated investigations, part of a broader pattern.
- On Dec 20, Reuters reported that a mortgage fraud probe began last month after William Pulte, Republican head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, referred allegations from a conservative news site to the FHFA Office of Inspector General.
- On November 12, a Gateway Pundit article alleged U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell improperly listed his Washington, D.C. home as his principal residence, and Pulte defended pursuing such tips, saying mortgage fraud undermines the U.S. housing market.
- An email reviewed by Reuters shows Pulte sent the Gateway Pundit link to the FHFA acting inspector general urging DOJ engagement, while Democracy Forward obtained communications documenting these exchanges.
- In late November, U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell sued Pulte and the FHFA alleging privacy violations and retaliation, and this month a congressional watchdog said it will probe if Pulte abused his authority.
- Critics and ethics experts argue the referral fits a broader pattern targeting prominent Democrats including James, Schiff, and Cook, while supporters deny wrongdoing amid attacks from President Donald Trump.
Insights by Ground AI
8 Articles
8 Articles
Mortgage Fraud Allegations Trigger Investigation into Democratic Congressman
A mortgage fraud investigation is underway against Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell following allegations about his residency declarations on loan documents. The probe was prompted by Republican William Pulte, head of the FHFA, leading to accusations of political manipulation. Swalwell disputes the claims, citing permanent residency in California.
·India
Read Full Article
Trump appointee inspired by conservative media outlet to push for probe of Democratic congressman
The Republican head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency referred allegations from a conservative news site to his agency’s inspector general for possible criminal investigation of Rep. Eric Swalwell.
·United Kingdom
Read Full ArticleCoverage Details
Total News Sources8
Leaning Left0Leaning Right3Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution57% Center
Bias Distribution
- 57% of the sources are Center
57% Center
C 57%
R 43%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
