Trump to Face New York Fraud Trial, Promises Courtroom Appearance

Former President Donald Trump has announced that he will voluntarily appear in court on Monday for the start of a civil trial in New York, where he is being sued by the state's Attorney General, Letitia James. The trial follows a yearslong investigation into Trump's business practices, with Judge Arthur Engoron already ruling that Trump committed fraud in his dealings. The lawsuit alleges that Trump habitually lied about his wealth in financial statements. If upheld on appeal, Engoron's ruling could result in significant penalties and the transfer of control of some of Trump's companies to a court-appointed receiver, potentially including properties such as Trump Tower. Trump has vehemently denied wrongdoing and criticized the judge and attorney general on his social media platform.