Former President Donald Trump's civil fraud trial took an unexpected turn when the spotlight shifted to his son Eric, who was actively involved in appraisals he has since said he doesn't remember. Judge Arthur Engoron issued a limited gag order on Trump and asked his lawyers why he shouldn't impose sanctions for violating the order. The trial is ongoing and it is unclear what impact Eric's testimony and documents will have on the case.
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Donald Trump returned to a Manhattan courtroom on Tuesday for the fourth time since the start of his civil fraud trial two weeks ago. He and his company are accused of falsifying business records and conspiracy, as well as fraud in a case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James. Trump has denied any wrongdoing and accused James of election interference, while the trial is still proceeding on several other charges. This is the latest in a series of court appearances since Trump left office in January, with no clear end date in sight.
Allen Weisselberg, former chief financial officer of the Trump Organization, is testifying in a civil trial in New York, accused of fraud connected with the former president's financial statements. Weisselberg is expected to testify about his role in preparing Trump’s annual financial statements, while responding with variations of "I don't recall" to dozens of questions. He has been involved in the Trump Organization for decades and recently served a jail stint for tax fraud.
Special Counsel Jack Smith has filed court documents seeking further protections for jurors in the election interference case against former President Donald Trump due to his intimidating behavior on social media. Smith has asked U.S. District Court Judge Tanya Chutkan to allow potential jurors to fill out a written questionnaire and limit how much each party can dig into the potential jurors' identities. The filing is an attempt to protect jurors from similar intimidation and is part of a pattern of Smith tussling with Trump's attorneys in the D.C. and South Florida cases.
Former President Donald Trump is facing a civil trial in New York Superior Court, accused of falsifying business and personal records for financial gain. The trial is being overseen by New York Attorney General Letitia James, and could result in significant financial penalties for Trump and other defendants if found guilty. Witnesses are being called to testify, and the outcome of the trial could have significant implications for Trump and his business empire.
Former President Donald Trump appeared in a Manhattan courtroom on Monday for the start of a civil fraud trial, with the New York Attorney General's Office seeking $250 million and sanctions from Trump and his business. During the lunch break, Trump argued that the judge overseeing the trial is a "rogue judge" and that the New York Attorney General is a "corrupt person". The trial is expected to last several weeks, with the outcome having major implications for Trump and his business.
Former President Donald Trump may be facing a financial catastrophe, according to his former attorney Michael Cohen, after a New York Judge ordered the dissolution of some of Trump's companies and New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a $250 million civil lawsuit against Trump and others at the Trump Organization. White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki called the ruling a "corporate death sentence" for Trump, and Cohen echoed the sentiment, saying it is "the deathblow to Donald." The lawsuit is set to play out in a courtroom in lower Manhattan, with potential dire consequences for Trump.
New York Attorney General Letitia James is bringing a $250 million civil fraud trial against the Trump Organization, calling former President Donald Trump and his three oldest children to the stand next week. Allen Weisselberg, the former chief financial officer of the Trump Organization, is also on the witness list. The Trump Organization has denied any wrongdoing and accused the New York Attorney General's office of pursuing a politically motivated case. The trial is scheduled to begin on Monday and is expected to last several weeks.