New GOP Bill Could Send Adam Schiff and Letitia James to PRISON—Yes, Prison

A controversial new bill introduced by Republicans in the Senate would impose mandatory minimum prison sentences on public officials convicted of bank, mortgage, or tax fraud. The legislation, dubbed by critics as the LETITIA Act and humorously referred to by some as “Lock ‘Em Up – LETITIA,” was unveiled by Senator John Cornyn (R‑TX) on Tuesday.

What the LETITIA Act Proposes
This legislation seeks to establish enhanced penalties for public officials found guilty of:

• Bank or loan fraud — minimum of 1 year in prison

• Mortgage fraud (false claims about occupancy or loan terms)

• Tax fraud — minimum of 6 months

• Repeat offenses — up to 5 years for multiple infractions AOL+10Fox News+10Washington Examiner+10YahooWashington Examiner

Why This Bill Is Making Headlines

The bill is named after New York Attorney General Letitia James, who was referred to the Justice Department in April 2025 by the Federal Housing Finance Agency over allegations of mortgage application misconduct, including misrepresenting her primary residence and property details WikipediaWashington Examiner.

It also appears to be directed at Senator Adam Schiff (D‑CA), accused by investor Bill Pulte of falsifying loan documentation by declaring homes in multiple states as primary residences to access favorable mortgage rates Caliber+2Fox News+2.

What Cornyn Is Saying

In a sharply worded press release, Cornyn stated:

“It’s time public officials who play by different rules face the same legal standards as everyone else. No more exemption.” Senator CornynWashington Examiner

Although Cornyn claims the bill is nonpartisan in intent, naming it after AG James and highlighting Schiff’s alleged actions have raised questions about political targeting.

Reactions and Implications

Supporters argue the LETITIA Act is a long-overdue tool to restore accountability, believing it would deter corruption and improve trust in government.

Critics caution the legislation could be weaponized politically, passing retroactive or targeted policy under the guise of reform. It remains unclear whether the House will adopt similar measures, though sources suggest a companion bill may be in the works AOL+4Weekly Real Estate News+4Caliber+4.

✅ Verdict

• Reality Check: Legitimate federal legislation was introduced under the LETITIA Act name, backed by Cornyn and GOP colleagues Fox NewsWeekly Real Estate NewsWashington Examiner.

• Allegations Involved: While Letitia James is officially under investigation, no charges have been filed against Schiff yet—and all claims remain allegations WikipediaAOL.

• Satire? None. This is not satire, but serious legislation and emerging legal scrutiny.

On Monday’s “The Right Squad,” the panel discussed the introduction of the Letitia Act, named after N.Y. Attorney General Letitia James, which would hold public officials accountable for financial fraud.@ChrisPlanteShow @MatthewFoldi @TianaTheFirst @reaganreese_ pic.twitter.com/YBu4p4PKic

— NEWSMAX (@NEWSMAX) August 5, 2025