Headline Cases & 2025 Updates
New York Civil Fraud Case Involving Donald Trump
James’ office brought a civil fraud case alleging years of asset overstatements. In 2024, a New York trial court imposed a substantial monetary penalty. In 2025, a New York appeals court adjusted the outcome, reducing financial exposure while preserving key liability findings for further proceedings.
NRA Governance Case
Following a mixed jury verdict in 2024, the court ordered governance and compliance reforms at the National Rifle Association (NRA), reinforcing the office’s nonprofit oversight mandate.
Breaking (Oct 9–10, 2025): Federal Indictment
What happened: On Oct 9, 2025, a federal grand jury in Virginia indicted Letitia James on a mortgage-related charge—allegations her counsel disputes. For contemporaneous coverage, see Reuters’ report. For broader context around political accountability debates, you can also read our related explainer on government identity policy dynamics here: UK digital ID discussion (comparative lens).
Letitia James Biography, Age & Net Worth (2025)
This profile is based on primary records and reputable outlets, with inline citations and a reference list. Major developments through Oct 10, 2025 are included.
Quick Bio Chart
| Full Name | Letitia Ann “Tish” James |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | October 18, 1958 |
| Age (2025) | 66 (turns 67 on Oct 18, 2025) |
| Birthplace | New York City, U.S. |
| Education | BA, Lehman College; JD, Howard University School of Law; MPA, Columbia University |
| Political Party | Democratic (previously cross-endorsed by Working Families Party) |
| Current Role | 67th Attorney General of New York (since Jan 1, 2019) |
Early Life & Education
Born and raised in Brooklyn, Letitia James graduated from Lehman College before earning her J.D. at Howard University School of Law and an MPA at Columbia University. Her early work as a public defender with the Legal Aid Society and roles in New York public service grounded the consumer-protection and governance focus that later defined her statewide profile.
Career Timeline & Key Roles
New York City Council (2004–2013)
James represented Brooklyn’s 35th district, chairing committees and building a profile on consumer protection, housing, and governance.
NYC Public Advocate (2014–2018)
As Public Advocate, she became the first Black woman elected to and holding a citywide office in New York City—an historic first that elevated her statewide prominence.
Attorney General of New York (2019–present)
James won statewide office in 2018 and assumed the role on January 1, 2019. She is the first woman and the first African-American elected as New York Attorney General.
Letitia James Net Worth (2025): What the Records Actually Show
Credible, document-based estimates for Letitia James are in the low-to-mid seven figures—roughly around $2–3 million—derived from public financial disclosure filings and independent reviews. A clear summary of those filings is available at FactCheck.org. For how disclosures work in New York, consult the state ethics portal (Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government).
For comparison with other high-profile figures’ finances, see our recent deep-dive: Ben Affleck Net Worth (2025). It walks through methodology we reuse here—verifying salary records, asset/liability ranges, and long-run accumulation assumptions.
Net Worth “Chart” (by Category)
Approximate Composition (illustrative, based on disclosed ranges & fact-check synthesis) Primary/Investment Property Retirement/Investments Cash & Equivalents Liabilities
Illustrative chart for category proportions only; not an exact statement of holdings.
Awards, Firsts & Influence
- Firsts: First woman and first African-American elected New York Attorney General; first Black woman elected to and holding a NYC-wide office (Public Advocate).
- Policy Footprint: Consumer protection, nonprofit governance, and high-visibility civil enforcement actions with national ripple effects.
FAQs
How old is Letitia James in 2025?
She is 66 for most of 2025 and turns 67 on October 18, 2025.
What is Letitia James’ exact net worth?
No precise public total exists. Using official disclosures, independent reviewers place recent estimates around the low-to-mid seven figures.
How much does the New York Attorney General earn?
Public payroll records typically list annual earnings near $220k.
What’s the latest on the Trump civil case and on James personally?
In 2025, a New York appeals court reduced the monetary penalty while maintaining core findings for further proceedings; on Oct 9, 2025, a federal grand jury in Virginia returned an indictment that James disputes.
References & Outbound Resources
- NY ethics portal for financial disclosures: ethics.ny.gov
- Fact-check overview: factcheck.org
- News coverage of Oct 2025 development: Reuters
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