During the trial of former President Donald Trump, Prosecutor Joshua Steinglass presented excerpts from one of Trump's books to the jury. The testimony highlighted Trump's perspective on finances, emphasizing the importance of personally examining the numbers and maintaining control over one's checkbook.
The excerpt read by Steinglass stated, 'Always look at the numbers yourself. If things turn grim you’re the one left holding the checkbook.' This passage underscored Trump's belief in taking a hands-on approach to financial matters and being prepared for challenging situations.