Statement by Public Advocate de Blasio Commending AG Schneiderman’s Role in Mortgage Settlement

"It is because of Attorney General Eric Schneiderman’s leadership and tenacity that today banks are finally being held accountable for their fraudulent foreclosure practices. Attorney General Schneiderman’s outstanding work is going to help struggling New Yorkers stay in their homes. By shining a bright light on this issue, Eric is making clear how this housing crisis happened and who was responsible so that it never happens again.”