Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Top News
Top News
Politics

Judge Allows Trump To Be Questioned On Fraud Allegations

Judge Juan Merchan poses for a picture in his chambers in New York, Thursday, March 14, 2024. Merchan could become the first judge ever to oversee a former U.S. president’s criminal trial. He's presid

Judge Juan Merchan has made a significant ruling in the ongoing legal proceedings involving former President Donald Trump. The judge has stated that if Trump decides to take the stand, prosecutors will be allowed to inquire into six specific determinations, which include four separate proceedings.

One of the key points that Judge Merchan will permit prosecutors to question Trump about is the civil fraud verdict. This verdict found Trump guilty of violating the law by artificially inflating the value of his properties. As a result, he was ordered to pay penalties for his actions.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.