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Legal Hurdles Await Democrats in Battle to Remove Trump from New York Primary Ballot, State Elections Expert Says

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Albany, New York – The New York State Board of Elections is expected to make a crucial decision regarding the appearance of former President Donald Trump on the April 2 primary ballot. However, experts suggest that the Democrats may encounter significant obstacles in their quest to remove Trump through this avenue. According to Joseph Burns, a Republican election attorney, the Board of Elections does not possess the authority to judge qualifications such as the 14th Amendment Section 3 or determine the validity of a candidate’s petition. Such determinations would have to be made in court. … Read more

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

Former US President Donald Trump Accuses Judge of Fraud in Civil Trial, Sparks Controversy

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New York City, USA – Former US President Donald Trump appeared in court on Thursday for his civil trial on fraud charges. During the proceedings, Trump directly addressed the judge, expressing his belief that the case was a fraud against him. According to NBC News, he also accused the judge of having his own agenda. The judge reportedly responded by reprimanding Trump’s lawyer and asking him to control his client. This trial comes at a time when Trump is facing numerous legal challenges, including 91 criminal charges and ongoing disputes over his eligibility to run … 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