The news reporters might’ve misunderstood the ex. Or some information must be missing from the ex’s statement. Because, if this woman didn’t work and the children were living with her, then surely, the ex must’ve been ordered to pay her alimony and child support.
So, even if she was ordered to pay him rent (maybe he was the homeowner before marriage?), she could’ve used the money she received from him toward paying him.
Whatever the case, assuming the police are correct that she’s the killer, she’s probably been a narcissist for a long time.
Reporters are fraught with misunderstanding.
I hadn’t considered whether he might have owned the property before the marriage - which would make it NOT community property. And therefore, he would be the rightful landlord.
Thank you for the thoughtful response.