Trump's Defense Strategy in New York Civil Fraud Trial Under Scrutiny

Donald Trump's defense in his New York civil fraud trial has relied on three main arguments. First, his lawyers have emphasized a disclaimer clause in his financial statements, arguing that he warned lenders that the statements might be incorrect. However, the judge has been dismissive of this argument. Second, Trump's defense team has claimed that there is no evidence of a conspiracy to inflate his net worth, questioning the credibility of key witness Michael Cohen. Lastly, Trump's defense has asserted that his lenders were happy to do business with him, despite alleged inflated valuations. The judge has cast doubt on the viability of this argument, stating that pleasing lenders does not clear Trump of wrongdoing.