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Donald Trump’s civil business fraud trial in New York just took an unexpected turn with Judge Arthur Engoron nixing Trump’s plan to deliver his own closing argument. Trump’s legal team claimed the judge’s restrictions unfairly muzzled him, and Trump expressed his frustration on his Truth Social platform, calling the judge’s decision “MEAN & NASTY.”
The trial could have enormous implications for Trump, potentially costing him hundreds of millions of dollars in penalties and even stripping him of his ability to do business in New York.
However, it seems that Trump is not backing down, as he is still planning to attend the court proceeding, despite not being allowed to speak. The trial has garnered attention for its high stakes and unprecedented circumstances, but in the end, it will be up to Judge Engoron to decide the verdict.
It’s become clear that this trial is about more than just business fraud – it’s also placed Trump in the political spotlight, with the former president accusing the case of being a “hoax” and a political attack. Despite these challenges, Trump continues to deny any wrongdoing and vows to fight on, no matter the outcome.