"Trump's Business Empire Faces Imminent Threat as New York Fraud Trial Commences"

Former US President Donald Trump and his two sons are facing a civil fraud trial in New York, with the case potentially threatening Trump's business empire. The trial alleges that Trump and his sons committed fraud by inflating the value of the Trump Organization's real estate and financial assets. New York Attorney General Letitia James is seeking $250 million in penalties and the removal of Trump and his sons from management of the family empire. Trump faces multiple criminal proceedings in the coming months, including charges related to the 2020 presidential election and hush money. The civil case could result in significant penalties and the loss of control over flagship properties for Trump.