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The Beat with Ari Melber

Judge rules Trump must pay $355 million in civil fraud trial

Feb 17, 2024
Legal expert, journalist, and analysts discuss the judge's $355 million ruling against Trump in a civil fraud trial, Trump's income tax history, financial deception, and the fiery misconduct hearing of D.A. Fani Willis.
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  • Trump must pay $355 million fine, largest ever civil fine.
  • Judge describes Trump's lack of remorse as pathological.

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1) The podcast episode discusses a major victory for the New York Attorney General, Patricia James, who secured a $400 million plus fine against Donald Trump, the largest civil fine he has ever had to pay on record. The episode highlights the significance of this ruling in the context of Trump's legal setbacks and the pressure building against him. 2) The Attorney General emphasized Trump's lack of contrition, and the judge described his lack of remorse as pathological. The podcast also emphasizes Trump's history of repeatedly breaking the law and the need to hold him accountable. 3) The episode discusses Trump's response to the ruling, where he criticized the judge, claimed that the case was a witch hunt, and made misleading statements about the banks and his tax payments. 4) The episode highlights the financial impact of the ruling on Trump and the potential challenges he may face in paying the significant fine. It also mentions the restrictions placed on Trump's real estate business in New York and the impact on his sons' involvement in the company. 5) The podcast examines the potential implications of the ruling on Trump's image as a successful businessman and highlights the need for a monitor and compliance officer to oversee Trump's business practices moving forward.

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