Trump Executive Accused of Lying in Fraud Trial Sparks Review Demands by NY AG

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Trump Executive Accused of Lying in Fraud Trial Sparks Review Demands by NY AG
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The New York Attorney General's office has accused the Trump Organization of failing to produce evidence in the ongoing $250 million fraud trial against Donald Trump and his company. The accusation comes after a report alleged that a key witness, former Trump Organization CFO Allen Weisselberg, lied under oath. The AG's office has suggested an independent monitor conduct a forensic review of electronic data held by the Trump Organization to determine if responsive information was withheld. The trial, which accuses Trump and his sons of misstating property values for tax advantages and better loan terms, could be impacted by the alleged failure to produce evidence.

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