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Donald Trump Defiantly Breaks Rules to Deliver Closing Statement in $370 Million Civil Fraud Trial

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New York, NY – Former President Donald Trump made a surprise statement during his civil fraud trial, defying the judge’s rules in order to deliver a brief closing statement. The trial, which has spanned 11 weeks, centers around allegations that Trump overstated his assets to obtain more favorable loan terms. If found guilty, Trump could face severe consequences, including the loss of his namesake buildings, businesses, and reputation that once propelled him to professional and political stardom. Judge Arthur Engoron had issued a non-negotiable directive to Trump, stating that he could not make political statements … Read more

Trump Delivers Aggrieved Remarks in Fraud Trial as Judge Blocks Closing Statement

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NEW YORK — Former President Donald Trump delivered a defiant closing statement in a Manhattan courtroom on Thursday as he fought against a $370 million penalty and other sanctions in the civil fraud lawsuit brought by the New York Attorney General. Trump, who is also the frontrunner for the 2024 Republican nomination, claimed that the case was a form of election interference and criticized Attorney General Letitia James, whom he accused of harboring a personal vendetta against him. Trump and his legal team presented their final arguments in the case, with James’ office scheduled to … Read more

Judge Denies Trump’s Request to Speak in New York Fraud Trial, Closing Arguments Proceed Without Former President’s Statement

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NEW YORK — Former President Donald Trump is not expected to speak during closing arguments in the New York civil fraud trial against him, according to Judge Arthur Engoron. In a letter to attorneys for Trump and the New York Attorney General, the judge stated that Trump had not agreed to the conditions he had set for giving a statement. The judge assumed that Trump would not agree to the limits imposed and therefore would not be speaking in court. The possibility of Trump participating in the closing arguments had been under discussion since last … Read more