Did Adam Schiff Commit Mortgage Fraud? Katie Pavlich

[mystery-ak]

Did Adam Schiff Commit Mortgage Fraud?
Katie Pavlich
3–4 minutes

Posting on Truth Social Tuesday morning, President Donald Trump accused California Democratic Senator Adam Schiff of committing mortgage fraud.

"I have always suspected Shifty Adam Shiff was a scam artist. And now I learn that Fannie Mae’s Financial Crimes Division have concluded that Adam Schiff has engaged in a sustained pattern of possible Mortgage Fraud. Adam Schiff said that his primary residence was in MARYLAND to get a cheaper mortgage and rip off America, when he must LIVE in CALIFORNIA because he was a Congressman from CALIFORNIA," Trump said.

"I always knew Adam Schiff was a Crook. The FRAUD began with the refinance of his Maryland property on February 6, 2009, and continued through multiple transactions until the Maryland property was correctly designated as a second home on October 13, 2020. Mortgage Fraud is very serious, and CROOKED Adam Schiff (now a Senator) needs to be brought to justice," he continued.

Last year Schiff was hit with an ethics complaint over allegations he committed mortgage fraud.

   

For more than a decade, California Senate hopeful Rep. Adam Schiff has claimed his primary residence is a 3,420 square foot home he owns in Maryland, according to a review of mortgage records.

    At the same time, Schiff, a Democrat, has for years taken a homeowner’s tax exemption on a much smaller 650 square foot condo he owns in Burbank, California, also claiming that home as his primary residence for a reduction in his tax bill of $7,000. He did not take an exemption on his home in Maryland.

    While Schiff has signed documents asserting both the Maryland property and the significantly smaller Burbank condo as his primary residences, tax records indicate that he paid his California property taxes in 2017 with a check featuring his Maryland address – the only year he paid with a personal check. And a review of past comments, pictures shared on his public social media, and records indicate Schiff makes his full-time home in Maryland.

Schiff has been a longtime opponent of Trump. He abused his position as chairman of the House Intelligence Committee to proliferate the Russian hoax and launch impeachments during the President's first White House term.

https://townhall.com/tipsheet/katiepavlich/2025/07/15/did-adam-schiff-commit-mortgage-fraud-n2660387

[rustynail]

A stern letter will be filed in his permanent record.

[DefiantMassRINO]

Mitt Romney and Bush '41 had the same problem ... what state is he really from?

If Maryland is his 'primary' residence, I don't see how he can be Senator from California.

Also, if Maryland is not his 'primary' residence, but he said it was on the mortgage, that's mortgage fraud.

Is it legal for him to have more than 1 'primary residence' for purposes of mortgage financing and property taxes?

Schiff has been Barney Frank-ed.

[DCPatriot]

A stern letter will be filed in his permanent record.

Not likely...given what they did to him in the courts during Biden's regime.

IRONIC is the word that comes to mind...catching Letitia James AND Adam Schiff both committing mortgage fraud.

God certainly has a sense of humor at times.

[mystery-ak]

Trump urges 'justice' for Schiff after Fannie Mae identifies possible mortgage fraud

"I have always suspected Shifty Adam Schiff was a scam artist," he said.
By Ben Whedon

Published: July 15, 2025 10:41am

   
President Donald Trump on Tuesday urged "justice" for Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., after Fannie Mae's Financial Crimes Division concluded that he engaged in a sustained pattern of possible mortgage fraud.

"I have always suspected Shifty Adam Schiff was a scam artist. And now I learn that Fannie Mae’s Financial Crimes Division have concluded that Adam Schiff has engaged in a sustained pattern of possible Mortgage Fraud," Trump posted on Truth Social.

"Adam Schiff said that his primary residence was in MARYLAND to get a cheaper mortgage and rip off America, when he must LIVE in CALIFORNIA because he was a Congressman from CALIFORNIA," he added. "I always knew Adam Schiff was a Crook. The FRAUD began with the refinance of his Maryland property on February 6, 2009, and continued through multiple transactions until the Maryland property was correctly designated as a second home on October 13, 2020. Mortgage Fraud is very serious, and CROOKED Adam Schiff (now a Senator) needs to be brought to justice."

Fannie Mae has not issued a public statement as of press time. Trump's announcement follows similar allegations against New York Attorney General Letitia James.

Just the News, last year, reported that Schiff had cited two residences, one in California and one in Maryland, as his "principal residence."

more
https://justthenews.com/politics-policy/trump-urges-justice-schiff-after-fannie-mae-identifies-possible-mortgage-fraud

[mystery-ak]

Trump accuses 'scam artist' Schiff of lying about Maryland home to commit mortgage fraud
Schiff called Trump's allegations a 'baseless attempt at political retribution'
By Michael Dorgan Fox News
Published July 15, 2025 3:02pm EDT

President Donald Trump launched a blistering attack on Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., Tuesday morning, amplifying 2024 claims that Schiff committed mortgage fraud by lying about his primary residence for over a decade, which the senator denies.

Trump, in a Truth Social post, labeled Schiff a "scam artist" and claimed he obtained a mortgage for a residence in Maryland in 2009 but only designated it as a second home in 2020 as part of a ruse to snag better rates and terms from the company, which has been in federal conservatorship since the 2008 financial crisis.

The president said Fannie Mae's Financial Crimes Division had uncovered the alleged fraud. Schiff obtained the Maryland property in 2009 while he was a congressman and became a senator in January. Schiff called the accusations "baseless."

"I have always suspected Shifty Adam Schiff was a scam artist. And now I learn that Fannie Mae’s Financial Crimes Division have concluded that Adam Schiff has engaged in a sustained pattern of possible Mortgage Fraud," Trump wrote.

"Adam Schiff said that his primary residence was in MARYLAND to get a cheaper mortgage and rip off America, when he must LIVE in CALIFORNIA because he was a Congressman from CALIFORNIA. I always knew Adam Schiff was a Crook. The FRAUD began with the refinance of his Maryland property on February 6, 2009, and continued through multiple transactions until the Maryland property was correctly designated as a second home on October 13, 2020."

"Mortgage Fraud is very serious, and CROOKED Adam Schiff (now a Senator) needs to be brought to justice."

Trump did not provide any evidence of the alleged fraud.

When asked about the accusations later on Tuesday, Trump appeared to soften on the specific accusation.

"I don't know about the individual charge, if that even happened, but Adam Schiff is a serious lowlife," Trump said.

"When you said that you want Adam Schiff brought to justice, what does that mean?" Fox News' Peter Doocy asked, to which Trump said: "I'd love to see him brought to justice."

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https://www.foxnews.com/politics/trump-accuses-scam-artist-schiff-lying-about-maryland-home-commit-mortgage-fraud

[mountaineer]

Is this what NY's attorney general did? There was something hinky about her and a Maryland mortgage, wasn't there?

[mountaineer]

Schiffty blames Trump:

Adam Schiff
@SenAdamSchiff
Since I led his first impeachment, Trump has repeatedly called for me to be arrested for treason.
So in a way, I guess this is a bit of a letdown.
And this baseless attempt at political retribution won’t stop me from holding him accountable.
Not by a long shot.


Adam Schiff
@SenAdamSchiff
This is just Donald Trump’s latest attempt at political retaliation against his perceived enemies.
So it is not a surprise, only how weak this false allegation turns out to be.
And much as Trump may hope, this smear will not distract from his Epstein files problem.
11:07 AM · Jul 15, 2025

But a Republican congressional candidate says it's not Trump's doing:

Christine Bish
@BishForCongress
Senator Schiff, let’s be clear: this complaint did not begin with President Trump, nor is it about political retribution.

I authored the complaint, compiled the evidence, and firmly believe your actions amount to violations of mortgage law, insurance fraud, tax infractions, and misrepresentation under state and federal election statutes.

You continue to frame this as partisan theatrics, but the facts speak for themselves. This is about accountability under the law—no one, not even a sitting U.S. Senator, is above it.

Despite President Trump’s repeated calls to “bring you to justice,” I won’t be deterred. The accusations are serious, the evidence is credible, and I will ensure this moves forward—not because of who you are, but because of what the facts reveal.

— Christine Bish
Candidate for Congress, CA‑6
Whistleblower & Complainant
8:58 PM · Jul 15, 2025

[Bigun]

Despite President Trump’s repeated calls to “bring you to justice,” I won’t be deterred. The accusations are serious, the evidence is credible, and I will ensure this moves forward—not because of who you are, but because of what the facts reveal.

— Christine Bish
Candidate for Congress, CA‑6
Whistleblower & Complainant

I wish you every success Christine but won't be holding my breath given the current courts in California.

[rangerrebew]

Laura Ingraham Obtains Criminal Referral on Adam Schiff — Shocking Allegations of Mortgage Fraud and Falsified Bank Records Revealed
by Jim Hᴏft Jul. 16, 2025 9:30 am484 Comments
 
 
On Tuesday night’s episode of The Ingraham Angle, Laura revealed that she had exclusively obtained a criminal referral for none other than Democrat Senator Adam Schiff — and the allegations are explosive.

The criminal referral, reportedly submitted to the U.S. Department of Justice by Housing Director Bill Pulte, accuses Schiff of falsifying bank documents and property records over a period of 16 years in order to score more favorable mortgage terms.

The fraudulent activity allegedly spanned from 2003 to 2019, and centers on a lavish Potomac, Maryland home — while Schiff simultaneously maintained a questionable condo in Burbank, California.

“The referral, submitted to the DOJ by Housing Director Bill Pulte, alleges that Schiff has, in multiple instances, falsified bank documents and property records to acquire more favorable loan terms—impacting payments from 2003 to 2019 for a Potomac, Maryland-based property. Schiff owns a home in California and another in Maryland,” said Ingraham.

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/07/laura-ingraham-obtains-criminal-referral-adam-schiff-shocking/

[rangerrebew]

NO ONE is going to do ANYTHING about it.

[Mod2]

Topics merged

[libertybele]

Federal housing official submitted Schiff criminal referral to DOJ over mortgage documents

According to the article, a letter was sent to Bondi in May.  This is July.  What's is she doing about this??? As with everything else - nothing. Nothing is going to come of this. 

...............The director of the U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) sent a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche in May citing alleged misconduct by Schiff, who owns homes in California and Maryland.
...............

https://www.foxnews.com/politics/federal-housing-official-submitted-schiff-criminal-referral-doj-over-mortgage-documents

[IsailedawayfromFR]

Likely a lot of congressmen and DC bureaucrats play this game with their DC residence.

Still doesn't mean it is not illegal, but going after Schiff may mean it drags down a bunch of others as well.

[jafo2010]

If his primary residence is Maryland, he needs to be removed from the Senate for fraud, and prosecuted for it to the max.  How does he represent California as a Maryland resident?  Same crap Sen Rick Santorum pulled when he was in the Senate!  He lost his election over it!!!

[Bigun]

If his primary residence is Maryland, he needs to be removed from the Senate for fraud, and prosecuted for it to the max.  How does he represent California as a Maryland resident?  Same crap Sen Rick Santorum pulled when he was in the Senate!  He lost his election over it!!!

Can you point me to what requires a member of congress to live in the district he represents? Perhaps I've missed it. @jafo2010

[jafo2010]

Bigun,

You could search this just as easy as I did.

Per search for requirements:

California residency requirements for running for US Senate
To be eligible to run for the U.S. Senate in California, the U.S. Constitution requires that a candidate, at the time of their election, be an inhabitant of the state they represent.
While there's no specified durational residency requirement in the U.S. Constitution or California Elections Code to become a candidate, the term "inhabitant" generally implies residing in the state with the intent to remain there.
In addition to residency, the U.S. Constitution also mandates that a Senator:
Be at least 30 years old.
Have been a U.S. citizen for at least 9 years.


Note:  If at the time of the election, he had his primary residence as Maryland, he is not eligible to be senator of CA.  If the Republicans in Congress have any brass in their gonads, and that is debatable, he gets removed.  But if it requires a 2/3rds majority, then they are wasting their time, for not one Dem will vote to remove this slime lying maggot.

[Hoodat]

Looks like he's registered to vote in California.

Election Day, 2025:

[Wingnut]

Looks like he's registered to vote in California.

Election Day, 2025:

He looks like a guy who was stuffed into his looker more than once,

[Hoodat]

And the 2024 Primary:



Democratic Senate candidate U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) arrives at a polling station to vote in Burbank, Calif., on March 5, 2024. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

https://californiainsider.com/california-news/opinion/california-election-continues-dominance-of-adam-schiff-democrats-5602054

[Smokin Joe]

Looks like he's registered to vote in California.

Election Day, 2025:

Okay. It's mortgage fraud.

Works for me.

[Bigun]

Bigun,

You could search this just as easy as I did.

Per search for requirements:

California residency requirements for running for US Senate
To be eligible to run for the U.S. Senate in California, the U.S. Constitution requires that a candidate, at the time of their election, be an inhabitant of the state they represent.
While there's no specified durational residency requirement in the U.S. Constitution or California Elections Code to become a candidate, the term "inhabitant" generally implies residing in the state with the intent to remain there.
In addition to residency, the U.S. Constitution also mandates that a Senator:
Be at least 30 years old.
Have been a U.S. citizen for at least 9 years.


Note:  If at the time of the election, he had his primary residence as Maryland, he is not eligible to be senator of CA.  If the Republicans in Congress have any brass in their gonads, and that is debatable, he gets removed.  But if it requires a 2/3rds majority, then they are wasting their time, for not one Dem will vote to remove this slime lying maggot.

Thank you for the kind response @jafo2010 but my question was "required to live in the district he represents".  He can establish residence in the state he represents until he until he is sworn in, move to Nebraska the next day and live there until it comes time for him to be re-elected. He can then rent an apartment in his home state for a few months and call it his residence without having to actually stay in it.

[mountaineer]

If @SenAdamSchiff falsified one mortgage, but @NewYorkStateAG Letitia James falsified 13, does that make her a serial fraudster — or just ambitious?

https://twitter.com/SamAntar/status/1945662357323022717

[jafo2010]

Bigun,

You are right.  But the optics of that I would think are self destructive IMHO.  I would not vote for anyone living elsewhere, and I have seen plenty of politicians lose elections because of residing other than the geographic area they claim to represent.

I mentioned Sen Rick Santorum losing to Bob Casey, one of the worst US Senators I have witnessed.  Well, in November, 1990, Santorum beat Rep Doug Walgren, who was living in Virginia, just like Santorum ended up doing when he was defeated by Casey.

Frankly, these rules or lack of rules, are contrary to representative government.  These stinking corrupt politicians in Washington have manipulated everything to put the gold in their pocket and no longer represent the people that voted them into office.  The first members of Congress were not paid anything, they received a per diem for expenses, with a focus of getting back to their lives in the communities they represented.  We have gone far from that!!!!!

Not only do we need TERM LIMITS, but we need MANDATORY PRIMARY RESIDENCY for the geographic area of the country these pukes represent.  No wonder Americans no longer have a voice, 90% of their elected officials at the national level live in Virginia or Washington, DC.  What a disconnect!!!!!!!!  And we need some entity that monitors this so that they can't do whatever they want!!!!!!!

For me, this BS falls into corruption.  And I assure you, the average guy walking the street does not know this is the case!!!!!!!

[Hoodat]

More evidence, from 2023:

Congressman Adam Schiff claims primary residence in Maryland, sources say he is ‘rarely’ in California

Mary K. Jacob  |  Nov. 6, 2023  |  5:17 p.m. ET

California Senate hopeful and longtime congressman Adam Schiff is facing intense scrutiny over allegations that he has been claiming dual primary residences in Maryland and California for more than a decade, all while enjoying tax exemptions intended for homeowners.

The controversy surrounding Schiff’s residential claims could spell trouble for his bid for the Senate seat, which he announced in January 2023.

Schiff has owned a spacious 3,420-square-foot home in Maryland for years, yet has simultaneously taken a homeowner’s tax exemption on his much smaller 650-square-foot condo in Burbank, California, designating it as his primary residence.

This maneuver resulted in a $7,000 reduction in property taxes for the congressman, equal to roughly $70 in annual savings. Schiff did not apply for a similar exemption for his Maryland property.

The controversy deepens as tax records show that in 2017, Schiff paid his California property taxes with a check displaying his Maryland address — the only year he used a personal check for this purpose, according to CNN.

Furthermore, evidence from various sources — including past comments, social media posts and records — suggests that Schiff predominantly resides in Maryland, despite officially claiming his Burbank condo as his primary residence.

One insider told The Post the congressman is “rarely at his California apartment,” which is a modest one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence.

The revelation comes as Schiff faces stiff competition in the California Senate primary against fellow Democratic Reps. Katie Porter and Barbara Lee.

Deed records reveal that Schiff designated his Maryland property as his primary residence in 2003 when he purchased it for $870,000.

In 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012, Schiff refinanced his mortgage and consistently indicated the Maryland property as his primary residence.

Los Angeles County deed records for Schiff’s Burbank condo, purchased in 2009 for $298,000, raise eyebrows as they were notarized in Maryland.

The records feature alterations that replaced “California” and “Los Angeles” with “Maryland” and “Montgomery County,” listing Schiff’s Maryland address as the return address. This inconsistency further fuels doubts about his true primary residence.  .  .  .

https://nypost.com/2023/11/06/real-estate/congressman-adam-schiff-claims-primary-residence-in-maryland/

[Hoodat]

Not only do we need TERM LIMITS, but we need MANDATORY PRIMARY RESIDENCY for the geographic area of the country these pukes represent.  No wonder Americans no longer have a voice, 90% of their elected officials at the national level live in Virginia or Washington, DC.  What a disconnect!!!!!!!!

In this case, what we need is to repeal the 17th Amendment.  Senators are supposed to represent their State governments, not lobbyists and fund raisers.

[verga]

In this case, what we need is to repeal the 17th Amendment.  Senators are supposed to represent their State governments, not lobbyists and fund raisers.

One of the smartest things you have ever posted.

[Bigun]

In this case, what we need is to repeal the 17th Amendment.  Senators are supposed to represent their State governments, not lobbyists and fund raisers.

 

[Smokin Joe]

In this case, what we need is to repeal the 17th Amendment.  Senators are supposed to represent their State governments, not lobbyists and fund raisers.

Make States Rights relevant again!