“Delaying and Grifting” Trump Slams “Extremely Hostile” Judge in His New York Civil Fraud Case as Lawyers Vote for Mistrial

Donald Trump, the leading candidate for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, has consistently voiced dissatisfaction with Engoron, a Democrat. This week, he has urged his lawyers to declare a mistrial in a case that he deems ‘unfair’.

Team Trump Mistrial

Lawyers representing Donald Trump requested a mistrial on Wednesday in the New York civil fraud case that poses a threat to the former president’s real estate empire.

Unlawful Bias

Alleging that the judge had injected the proceedings with “tangible and overwhelming” bias, the defense sought a re-evaluation of the trial’s fairness.

James’ Deadline Imminent

Judge Engoron has given attorneys from New York Attorney General Letitia James’ office until Thursday to determine whether they will submit a response before he issues a ruling.

Judicial Power

Judges possess significant discretion in the conduct of trials. Last week, Engoron rejected the defense’s plea to conclude the trial through a directed verdict.

Trump Silenced

Trump recently expressed frustration over a gag order imposed by the judge at the trial’s outset last month and a pretrial decision that could potentially compel him to relinquish control of key properties.

Engorons Hostility

During testimony last week, Trump criticized Engoron as an “extremely hostile” judge and labeled the trial as “very unfair.” Republican Representative Elise Stefanik, a Trump ally from New York, joined the critique by filing a complaint with the court last Friday concerning the judge’s unfair handling of the case.

Plight to Halt

In a 30-page court filing mirroring persistent concerns voiced throughout the seven-week trial, attorneys asserted, “The only way to preserve public confidence in a genuinely independent and impartial judiciary and the rule of law is to promptly halt these proceedings.”

Mistrial Announcement

Judge Engoron briefly addressed the mistrial request during Wednesday’s court session, where defense lawyers continued their extensive questioning of an accounting expert.

Watertight Evidence

Responding to the mistrial plea, James’ office issued a statement countering Trump’s efforts to dismiss the proceedings, stating, “Trump is attempting to dismiss the truth and the facts, but the numbers and evidence remain steadfast.”

Trump’s Fate Imminent

The statement continued, asserting that Trump is being held accountable for years of fraud and deceptive practices aimed at self-enrichment. It concluded with the assertion that, despite attempts to divert attention, the truth will inevitably surface.

Fraudulent Activities

New York Attorney General Letitia James, a Democrat, contends that Donald Trump, his company, and top executives overstated his wealth by billions in financial statements, allegedly inflating property values.

Threat to Businesses

These documents, used to secure loans and make deals, are at the center of a trial where James seeks over $300 million in ill-gotten gains and aims to ban the defendants, including Trump’s sons Donald Jr. and Eric, from business activities in New York.

Trumps Assets Maintained

Before the trial, Judge Engoron ruled that Trump and others committed fraud by exaggerating net worth and asset values. Despite an appeals court keeping control of Trump’s assets in his hands for now, a mistrial request emerged, with Trump’s lawyers questioning the judge’s impartiality.

Greenfields Court Violation

They raised concerns about the chief law clerk, Allison Greenfield, accusing her of violating court rules through donations to Democratic causes. Greenfield’s political leanings have been a source of tension, leading to a gag order and fines for Trump, and his lawyers, and complaints about interference with their advocacy.

A Questionable Influence

In response, Trump’s legal team accused Engoron of allowing Greenfield to function as a de facto co-judge, questioning her influence and alleging a bias favoring the Attorney General. The lawyers argued that restrictions on discussing Greenfield and the expanded gag order impede their ability to advocate vigorously for their clients.

A Complex Trial

The mistrial motion adds another layer of complexity to a trial already marked by legal battles and political undertones, and one that continues to spark controversy amongst onlookers.

Fearing Trump’s Return

Internet users react to the mistrial news, with one highlighting the dramatic unfolding of events. ‘The only reason we are treating this like a soap opera is that many of us are absolutely terrified of the prospect that this man could gain power again.

Playing the System

Another political aficionado argues that such an outcome has always been on the cards. “That’s exactly their plan. Trump does it constantly; insulting people personally and professionally, then claiming victimhood when they do anything he dislikes.”

A Delay Tactic

Delay tactics seem to be the order of the day amongst internet users; “He’s going to blame the loss on the trial for being unfair, and incompetent lawyers. Just delaying and grifting.”

 

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