James Challenges False Claims About Maserati Ownership

In a fiery response to mounting social media speculation, North Leeward Member of Parliament Carlos James has firmly denied ownership of a luxury Maserati vehicle currently sitting at Port Kingstown.

The high-end vehicle, valued at over half a million dollars, has become the center of intense public discussion across social media platforms and local radio shows in recent weeks, with rumors linking it to the parliamentarian.

James addressed these claims directly during a political meeting held in Spring Village, recounting a recent interaction with a journalist who had inquired about the vehicle’s ownership. “They say it’s the millionaire from North Leeward who owns it,” James told the gathering, characterizing the rumors as deliberate political propaganda orchestrated by the opposition New Democratic Party (NDP).

The MP expressed visible frustration with what he described as the opposition’s pattern of spreading misinformation rather than engaging in substantive policy debate. “Instead of focusing on issues that matter to constituents, they resort to lies, propaganda, and backwardness,” James said, reaffirming his commitment to meaningful political discourse that addresses the genuine concerns of voters.

During his address, James also took the opportunity to clarify some personal matters, making pointed remarks about his character. “Certainly I don’t love men in any special way, and I’m not bad-minded. Stop calling my name,” he stated, though the context for these personal comments remains unclear.

The Maserati controversy comes amid escalating political tensions in the region, as parties position themselves ahead of upcoming electoral contests. Luxury vehicles have historically been sensitive political symbols in Caribbean nations, where questions of wealth disparity and political privilege often become campaign flashpoints.

In a related development, James has also been responding to separate allegations from NDP North Leeward candidate Kishore Shallow regarding a company called Belmonte Holdings Ltd. The MP has categorically denied any ownership stake or association with the company and indicated he is prepared to pursue legal action to address what he considers defamatory claims.

“I have no ownership or connection whatsoever with Belmonte Holdings,” James stated. “These baseless accusations are part of a coordinated attempt to damage my reputation, and I am fully prepared to defend myself through appropriate legal channels.”

Political observers note that these exchanges reflect the increasingly personal nature of political campaigning in the region, where candidates’ personal finances and business interests often become subjects of intense scrutiny and speculation.

The Maserati at the center of the controversy remains at Port Kingstown, with no official confirmation of its actual ownership. Import records for luxury vehicles are typically public information, though accessing such documentation can involve bureaucratic delays.

James, who has represented the North Leeward constituency since winning his seat in Parliament, has consistently positioned himself as a champion for community development and economic opportunities for his constituents. His supporters maintain that the recent allegations represent political distractions intended to undermine his work in the constituency.

As the situation develops, political analysts suggest that both James and his political opponents will likely continue to address these matters in public forums, with voters ultimately deciding whose narrative they find most credible as election season approaches.