Closing arguments are underway in the civil fraud trial against former President Donald Trump, a trial that has stretched on for nearly 11 weeks. As the fate of his business empire hangs in the balance, Trump's legal team is fighting to minimize the potential damages, which could amount to a staggering $370 million. The trial has already found Trump liable for defrauding the government of millions of dollars, but these additional counts and potential damages have the potential to further impact his reputation and finances.
During the closing arguments, Trump's lawyer, Chris Kyes, argued that his client is an industry expert with nearly 50 years of experience in commercial real estate. However, the judge, Arthur Ngorin, intervened and corrected Kyes, stating that Trump had not been qualified as an expert witness in this trial. While it may seem like a mere technicality, this distinction holds significant weight for Trump, as it challenges his self-proclaimed status as a titan of the industry.
