In a significant turn of events in New York, a panel of five appellate judges voiced skepticism regarding key aspects of the civil fraud case against former President Donald Trump. The hearing centered on Trump’s appeal of the hefty $454 million civil fraud judgment previously imposed on him. As the judges questioned state prosecutors, their inquiries cast doubt on the foundation of the case, particularly the use of consumer fraud laws, the scale of the financial penalties, and the private nature of the transactions in question.
During the arguments, the panel appeared to lean towards concerns raised by Trump’s defense, raising questions that echoed arguments presented in the initial trial. Although Trump himself was not present at Thursday’s hearing, the New York judges scrutinized the logic behind the massive civil fraud judgment, seeking clarification on the actual harm caused. The transactions at the heart of the case reportedly left both parties without any financial loss, further complicating the justification for such a substantial penalty.
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This legal battle is just one of many Trump faces as he seeks to reclaim the presidency. Earlier this year, Justice Arthur Engoron ordered Trump to pay over $454 million in penalties and interest, accusing him of inflating his net worth to secure more favorable terms from lenders and insurers. The civil suit was led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who has been a vocal critic of the former president.
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