The Daily The Trumps Take the Stand
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Nov 8, 2023 Jonah E. Bromwich, a criminal justice correspondent for The New York Times, provides an insider's perspective on Donald Trump's civil fraud trial in Manhattan. He shares key insights from the courtroom, where Trump and his children defend their business practices amid serious allegations. The discussion highlights the contrasting testimonies of Donald Jr. and Eric Trump, and the potential repercussions of their statements. As Ivanka prepares to take the stand, the legal stakes for the Trump family become increasingly personal and critical.
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Trump Tower Triplex Inflation
- Letitia James accused Trump of inflating the size of his Trump Tower triplex in financial statements.
- He claimed it was 30,000 sq ft, but it's actually less than 11,000 sq ft, impacting valuations.
Trump's Business and Image at Stake
- This civil case threatens Trump's business and public image as a real estate mogul.
- If James wins, Trump could be barred from doing business in New York.
The Trumps Testify
- Powerful people rarely testify due to risk, but the Trumps testified in this civil case.
- In civil cases, not testifying can lead to negative inferences by the judge, unlike in criminal cases.