New York Attorney General Letitia James is facing fresh accusations that she’s housing a relative with a criminal past—an OnlyFans creator previously charged with felony malicious wounding—at one of her Virginia properties currently under federal scrutiny.
What the Report Alleges
- James reportedly owns multiple homes in Norfolk, Virginia, and one of them houses her 21-year-old grandniece, Cayla Thompson-Hairston, an OnlyFans personality who was once charged with lying about a felony record in an attempt to purchase a firearm.
- Although Cayla’s firearm charges were later dropped, her past criminal record and social media presence have drawn attention as the mortgage practices of James are already under investigation.
- Another residence is occupied by Nakia Thompson, James’ sister, who is a fugitive with a long criminal history.
- Federal prosecutors allege James misrepresented her occupancy status on mortgage applications—claiming properties as personal residences while collecting rent or housing relatives—which may have given her favorable loan terms.
Legal Stakes & James’s Defense
- On October 9, 2025, a Virginia grand jury indicted Letitia James on charges of bank fraud and making false statements in loan documents related to her Norfolk property.
- Prosecutors claim she listed one home as a “second home” that she would personally occupy, but instead used it to house family members and collect rent—actions they argue gave her an unfair financial benefit.
- James denies wrongdoing, stating these claims are politically motivated. Her legal team says any misstatements were clerical in nature and not criminal.
Context & Public Reaction
- The case comes amid political tension—James has been a prominent adversary of former President Donald Trump in her role as NY Attorney General.
- Legal observers have expressed skepticism, questioning whether the alleged financial gains are large enough to justify a criminal case.
- The fact that she is housing relatives with criminal histories at these properties adds a narrative complication and intensifies public scrutiny.
