Posted on 02/17/2022 12:35:43 PM PST by Eleutheria5
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump must answer questions under oath in New York state’s civil investigation into his business practices, a judge ruled Thursday.
Judge Arthur Engoron ordered Trump and his two eldest children, Ivanka and Donald Trump Jr., to comply with subpoenas issued in December by New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Trump and his two children must sit for a deposition within 21 days, Engoron said.
Engoron issued the ruling after a two-hour hearing with lawyers for the Trumps and James’ office.
“In the final analysis, a State Attorney General commences investigating a business entity, uncovers copious evidence of possible financial fraud, and wants to question, under oath, several of the entities’ principals, including its namesake. She has the clear right to do so.” Engoron wrote in his decision.
The ruling is almost certain to be appealed, but if upheld it could force the former president into a tough decision about whether to answer questions, or stay silent, citing his Fifth Amendment right against self incrimination.
James, a Democrat, said her investigation has uncovered evidence Trump’s company used “fraudulent or misleading” valuations of assets like golf courses and skyscrapers to get loans and tax benefits.
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All the power that evil can muster in this world is arrayed against that man. He needs prayer more than anything else.
Witch hunt.
Democrats believe they are gods and nobody tries to convince them otherwise. The constitution is about as valued as a used Brillo pad.
I don’t know, I don’t recall, I was not there then, and to any direct question about me, I take the fifth and you can shove that up your ...
“James, a Democrat, said her investigation has uncovered evidence Trump’s company used “fraudulent or misleading” valuations of assets like golf courses and skyscrapers to get loans and tax benefits.”
Due to fluctuations in the real estate markets, every developer in the United States would be guilty of this.
Meaning this is nothing more than political persecution.
And many don't appreciate his fight.
political theatre to entrap. evaluations are on the banks to make sure what they are are valid. any business man will try to get the best evaluation that he can. that is business.
Amen.. Prayers for President Trump and family. 🙏
Time for other Red state AG’s to investigate high ranking Democrats. Start by calling Jimma Carter to testify in GA, I’m sure his peanut farm was under taxed.
Just answer every question "I can't recall". It worked for Hillary.
Buahgahahaha.
The best these New York idjits could do is take Trumps testimopnny in fFlorida at a duly convened ex juris proceeding in Florida with a duly licensed court reporter.
Hope they show up, give them all the finger and leave..do what Eric Holder did, just refuse to say anything
What about investigating de Blasio’s wife for the hundreds of millions she lost.
Pound sand
What is a fraudulent valuation? Home prices in many cities are completely fraudulent but if someone is willing to pay then guess what...that’s the price. What is the true valuation of an art history degree? What a complete witch hunt and an overt sign that the nation as founded is no more.
Abuse of prosecutorial power.
Wait, that’s what Hillary is alleging in her filing against Durham today. Undoubtedly, the Left will proclaim her correct. But the Trump family will just have to endure it!
Absolute Third World corrupt BS. No bank ever made a complaint about this when they made the loans. And the accounting firm jumps out? They should have their ticket revoked.
At this point what difference does it make!
P
DeSantis to jusge: Come get him!
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