ALEXANDRIA, Va. – In a significant development, a grand jury has once again opted not to re-indict New York Attorney General Letitia James on charges of mortgage fraud. This decision comes despite encouragement from former President Donald Trump to pursue the prosecution, as revealed by an informed source.

The refusal to move forward with the case marks another setback for the Justice Department, particularly following the dismissal of charges against both James and former FBI Director James Comey. These dismissals have been seen as a strong rebuke against attempts by the Trump administration to target political adversaries.

Earlier, a judge had dismissed the original indictments against James and Comey in November. The dismissal was based on the finding that Lindsey Halligan, the prosecutor who had presented the case to the grand jury, was unlawfully appointed as U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia.

Despite the setback, the Justice Department sought a new indictment from a grand jury in Alexandria, Virginia, after a previous effort failed in Norfolk just last week. The individual confirming the latest grand jury’s decision spoke under anonymity, as they were not authorized to disclose such details publicly.

The charges in question revolve around allegations connected to James’ acquisition of a modest property in Norfolk, an area where she has familial ties.

James says the case is politically motivated and has denied any wrongdoing.