Staff Reports
The state of New York is ready to wrap up its civil case against former President Donald Trump as his daughter Ivanka Trump prepares to testify on Wednesday. This clears the way for the defense to present their side of the story. New York Attorney General Letitia James has been leading the charge against the former president, alleging that he and his business engaged in fraudulent activity to obtain favorable terms on loans and insurance by submitting false financial information.
New York attorney general nears end of civil case with Ivanka Trump on deck https://t.co/NOHUcBOpFL
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After Donald Trump’s combative testimony on Monday, the case reached a crescendo, but there is still more to come before Judge Arthur Engoron delivers a ruling. The trial will continue for several more weeks as the state presents its claims and seeks possible penalties against the Trump Organization. Following her father’s testimony, Ivanka Trump’s appearance is highly anticipated, and James expressed her eagerness to hear what she has to say. “This case will go on. We look forward to hearing the testimony of Ivanka Trump on Wednesday. Justice will prevail,” James said.
Ivanka Trump, who previously worked in the Trump White House, has tried to distance herself from politics and her father’s 2024 campaign. She initially attempted to avoid testifying in the case against her father and brothers, but the court ruled that her business ties to New York make her a valuable witness. Legal experts suggest that Ivanka Trump will try to protect her family members from legal trouble while also trying to minimize her involvement in the lawsuit.
The trial took a break on Election Day but will resume on Thursday morning with Ivanka Trump’s direct examination by the state. The defense will then have an opportunity to cross-examine her. Once her testimony concludes, the state is expected to rest its case, and the defense will make a series of motions to strengthen their position. Trump’s defense team will begin presenting their case next week, with the expectation of wrapping up by December 15th. Throughout the trial, Donald Trump has maintained his claim that the Democrats are using the courts to target him and disrupt his 2024 presidential campaign. As the state attempts to link him directly to the fraudulent financial statements, Trump has been unapologetic about the mistakes made by his organization.
Judge Engoron has already ruled against Trump on one of the fraud claims brought by Letitia James before the trial even began. However, he still needs to decide on other claims and determine potential penalties. The trial continues to provide a gripping legal drama, and as the case reaches its final stages, all eyes turn towards the defense’s response to the accusations brought against the former president and his business.
