Closing

Trump Defies Conditions, Launches Fiery Closing Argument in Fraud Trial

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Walter Engoron, a judge in New York City, had a chaotic day in court as former President Donald Trump made an unsanctioned closing argument in a civil fraud trial against him and his company, the Trump Organization. Trump’s lawyer had initially requested permission for the former president to participate in the closing arguments, but Engoron placed several conditions on his participation, including limiting his remarks to the issues at hand and refraining from giving a “campaign speech.” Despite not accepting these conditions, Trump declared his desire to speak after his lawyers finished presenting their arguments. … Read more

Donald Trump Takes Unprecedented Step, Defies Judge to Deliver Impassioned Closing Remarks in Fraud Trial

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NEW YORK — Former President Donald Trump took advantage of an opportunity to speak in court at the conclusion of his New York civil fraud trial on Thursday. Trump, who was barred from giving a formal closing argument, delivered a six-minute diatribe before being cut off by the judge. In an unprecedented move for a defendant, Trump insisted on making his own summation despite being asked by the judge to stay focused on matters related to the trial. He protested his innocence and accused someone running for office of persecuting him. During his personal summation, … Read more

Former President Trump Defies Judge’s Restrictions, Addresses Court in Fiery Closing Arguments

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NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump addressed the court during closing arguments in his civil fraud trial in New York on Thursday, despite restrictions imposed by the judge overseeing the case. Judge Arthur Engoron had previously informed Trump’s attorneys that he could only speak if he limited his comments to relevant facts and the application of the law. However, Trump’s legal team did not agree to the conditions. During the final day of proceedings, Trump criticized New York Attorney General Letitia James and defended his business practices. He stated that he had done … Read more

Trump’s Civil Fraud Trial Concludes with Fiery Closing Statements: Accused of Exaggerating Property Values to Secure Better Financial Terms

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New York – Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial came to a close on Thursday as both sides presented their closing statements. The case accuses the former president of inflating the values of his properties and assets to obtain better financial terms. The trial, which began more than three months ago, stemmed from a lawsuit filed in 2022 by New York Attorney General Letitia James against Trump, his business, and some of his adult children. The lawsuit alleges that Trump and his company misrepresented property values and other facts in financial statements between 2011 and 2021. … Read more