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Former President Donald Trump, Children Ordered to Testify in New York Civil Fraud Trial

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump is slated to testify on November 6 at his New York civil fraud trial, marking a pivotal moment in a case that could disrupt the Trump family’s real estate empire.

The trial, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, alleges that Trump, along with his children Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Ivanka Trump, overstated his wealth for years in financial statements provided to banks and insurers to secure loans and deals.

While Trump denies any wrongdoing and deems the trial politically motivated, Judge Arthur Engoron ruled that all three of his children must testify, rejecting Ivanka Trump’s attempt to avoid appearing in court. This ruling sets up a significant phase in the trial. The former president and his sons are defendants in the lawsuit, and the state is calling them to testify before the defense presents its case.

The trial, seen as a high-stakes legal battle, could potentially strip Trump of some of his corporate holdings, including iconic properties like Trump Tower. Both James and Engoron are Democrats, adding a layer of political tension to the proceedings.

Trump briefly testified earlier in the week, answering questions about a court staffer, a move that the judge found lacking credibility, leading to a $10,000 fine. Donald Trump Jr. is set to testify next Wednesday, followed by Eric Trump on Thursday, and Ivanka Trump on November 3. However, her lawyers may appeal to block her testimony.

Ivanka Trump’s involvement in the case is contested. While an appeals court removed her as a defendant in June, the state argues that she remained a crucial participant in the events under scrutiny. Documents reveal her continued ties to certain New York businesses and ownership of Manhattan apartments. The state lawyers presented evidence demonstrating the Trump Organization’s ongoing financial support for Ivanka Trump, including the payment of legal fees, staff management, and insurance coverage.

The trial, unfolding in the coming weeks, promises to be a significant legal battle with potential ramifications for the Trump family’s business empire.

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