Schiff has been a thorn in the president’s side for years. Now he’s about to get his just desserts.
Because Trump administration teased evidence that could bring down Adam Schiff.
Trump DOJ Official Signals Expanded Probes into Sen. Schiff and Jan. 6 Committee Members
Ed Martin, head of the Justice Department’s Weaponization Working Group, suggested on August 17, 2025, that additional investigative actions may soon target Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and unpardonned members of the dissolved House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Speaking on Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures,” Martin referenced an ongoing criminal probe into Schiff for alleged mortgage fraud and hinted at further inquiries, stating, “There’s a referral from Bill Pulte about mortgage fraud about Adam Schiff. That’s publicly discussed. His own lawyers have been out there. Now there’s more on Adam Schiff.”
Mortgage Fraud Allegations Against Schiff
The mortgage fraud allegations, initiated by Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director William Pulte in May 2025, accuse Schiff of falsifying bank documents and property records between 2003 and 2019 to secure favorable loan terms.
Pulte claimed Schiff listed a Maryland home as his primary residence in multiple refinancing filings while serving as a California congressman, and similarly designated a Burbank, California, condo as his primary residence, potentially exploiting exemptions meant for primary homeowners. Schiff’s attorney, Preet Bharara, dismissed the allegations as “transparently false, stale, and long debunked,” per a statement reported by NBC News.
Separate Accusations of Classified Leaks
Separately, Schiff faces accusations from a former House Intelligence Committee staffer, who claimed in FBI interviews from 2017 to 2023 that Schiff approved leaks of classified information during the 2017 Russia investigation to damage then-President Donald Trump.
An FBI memo obtained by The Post noted that Schiff may be protected by the Constitution’s Speech and Debate Clause, and prior DOJ investigations questioned the accuser’s credibility, finding “little support” for the claims. Martin did not clarify whether these allegations are part of the “more” he referenced, stating only, “All we’re going to do, again, is get to the facts of this and use all the tools that we have in our system.”
Parallel Probe into Letitia James
Martin also pointed to a parallel probe into New York Attorney General Letitia James for alleged mortgage fraud involving a Norfolk, Virginia, property and her Brooklyn brownstone. Pulte’s referral, reported by Fox News, alleges James misrepresented her primary residence to obtain favorable loan terms, mirroring accusations against Schiff. Martin was spotted in Brooklyn last week inspecting James’ property, signaling active DOJ engagement.
Jan. 6 Committee Under Scrutiny
Turning to the Jan. 6 Committee, Martin indicated that unpardonned members and staff could face scrutiny, despite former President Joe Biden’s preemptive pardons for the panel in late 2024. “We’re all in that too,” Martin said.
“A lot of people did not get a pardon that were involved in the select committee, and they ought to be keeping an eye on their mailbox, because there’s a lot to be asked about.” He credited Attorney General Pam Bondi for empowering his team, noting she “let us loose on” issues of alleged government weaponization. Martin did not name specific individuals but suggested the inquiries could extend to those involved in the committee’s 18-month investigation, which produced an 845-page report and recommended charges against Trump.
Broader Context and Public Reaction
The remarks come amid a broader Trump administration effort to address perceived political adversaries, with Martin, a former interim U.S. attorney and conservative activist, appointed by Bondi to lead these probes. Social media posts on X reflect polarized reactions, with some users praising the investigations as accountability measures, while others, including Schiff’s supporters, label them as politically motivated “lawfare.” The DOJ’s next steps remain undisclosed, but Martin’s comments suggest an intensifying focus on Schiff and Jan. 6 Committee affiliates as the administration pursues its agenda.
