EXCLUSIVE: Grand jury investigating Trump admin officials

Investigation Overview - A federal grand jury in Maryland is investigating Trump administration officials Bill PTE and Ed Martin [1] - The investigation focuses on whether they improperly appointed individuals to investigate mortgage fraud allegations against Senator Adam Schiff and Attorney General Leticia James [2] - The Justice Department is investigating the methods used by these Trump allies [4] Key Figures and Allegations - Bill Py and Ed Martin are accused of pressuring prosecutor's offices to bring cases based on questionable mortgage fraud claims [3] - Ed Martin leads the weaponization working group and is considered Donald Trump's instrument of revenge against political opponents [5][6] - There are concerns about potential MAGA infighting within the Justice Department [7] Potential Implications - The investigation could undermine the case against Leticia James in Virginia and the ongoing investigation of Senator Adam Schiff [10] - Unauthorized investigative acts could "crater" the case against Leticia James and "taint" the investigation of Adam Schiff [10] DOJ Concerns and Internal Dynamics - The Department of Justice may be concerned about "unforced errors" [11] - Pam Bondi and Todd Blanch were reportedly not enthusiastic about the mortgage fraud cases [13] - There are concerns about the lack of experience of some individuals involved, potentially leading to courtroom issues [12]