Legal AF by MeidasTouch SHOCKING New INDICTMENTS in Trump CONSPIRACY and MORE
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Dec 7, 2023 
Defense attorney Michael Popok and former prosecutor Karen Friedman Agnifilo discuss updates in the NY Civil Fraud case, developments in the DC election interference case, civil trial for defamation damages against Rudy Giuliani, new indictments against Nevada GOP leaders, and more at the intersection of law, justice, and politics. They also explore legal concepts such as evidence rule exceptions, Trump's plan to claim election fraud without basis, and Giuliani's negligence impacting the trial.
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Courtroom Drama Can Mask Case Merits
- The New York civil fraud trial has shifted from pure merits to courtroom conduct and gag-order fights.
- Those procedural skirmishes risk obscuring the core financial fraud evidence that could decide Trump's business future.
Civil Testimony Timing Shapes Strategy
- Civil defendants often choose strategic timing to testify because depositions already exist and testimony can be used by opponents.
- Eric Trump opted not to testify and Donald Trump's planned return is now uncertain, affecting defense strategy.
Bank Sales vs Underwriters Conflict Matters
- Banks' public sales pitches differ from their underwriting and due diligence roles, creating front/back office disconnects.
- Trump's inflated valuations tripped up lending decisions because underwriters adjusted numbers but couldn't bridge the large gaps.