"Judge Presses for Explanation Amid Reports of Witness Perjury in Trump Fraud Trial"
The judge in Donald Trump's civil fraud trial is seeking more information after reports that key witness Allen Weisselberg, the former finance chief at Trump's company, may plead guilty to perjury in connection with his testimony. Judge Arthur Engoron has asked for details on the situation and suggested he may disregard Weisselberg's testimony if he admits to lying. Weisselberg's testimony in the trial is under scrutiny by Manhattan prosecutors, and the judge has asked for input from lawyers on how to address the matter, with a decision expected by mid-February. Weisselberg, who previously served jail time for tax evasion, testified about allegations that Trump lied about his wealth on financial statements.
- Judge wants answers after report that key witness in Trump fraud trial may plead guilty to perjury PBS NewsHour
- Judge in Trump's Civil Fraud Case Asks Whether a Key Witness Lied The New York Times
- Trump’s fraud trial rattled by witness’s possible perjury deal The Guardian US
- Judge Demands Trump Explain His Accountant Allen Weisselberg's Apparent Lies The Daily Beast
- Blindsided Trump fraud-trial judge demands intel on perjury plea Business Insider
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