Trump accused Schiff of misreporting his primary residence from 2009 to 2020, suggesting potential mortgage fraud due to a discrepancy favoring a Maryland residence for financial gain. Schiff countered by labeling Trump’s accusations a baseless smear and asserted that the claims do not distract from ongoing controversies surrounding Trump. A spokesperson for Schiff confirmed the legitimacy of his Maryland residence for Congressional accessibility, asserting that mortgage lenders were fully informed of Schiff's intended use of both homes, denying any fraudulent intent or misconduct.
Trump claimed that Schiff reported his primary residence incorrectly from 2009 to 2020, describing it as a "sustained pattern of possible Mortgage Fraud." He contends Schiff stated his primary residence was in Maryland to secure a cheaper mortgage, emphasizing Schiff should have listed California as his residence due to his congressional role.
Schiff responded to Trump, deeming the claims baseless and labeling them a retaliatory smear against him. He asserted it wouldn't detract from Trump’s handling of the Epstein investigation, indicating a larger political context to the feud.
A spokesperson for Schiff clarified that maintaining a home in Maryland was common for Congress members, particularly for easy access to Washington, and affirmatively stated that the mortgage lenders were aware of Schiff's Congressional service.
Schiff's home in Maryland was not a vacation property but intended for year-round use, highlighting the transparency of Schiff's living arrangements and confirming his integrity regarding the reported residences.
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