ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMES
Nikhil Gupta will now face justice in American courtroom, says US attorney general
Indian national Nikhil Gupta, 53, is accused of plotting to murder Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in New York. Gupta was arrested in the Czech Republic and extradited to the US on June 14. He pleaded not guilty in a federal court. The US Justice Department emphasized its commitment to protecting American citizens and free speech. Gupta, allegedly working with an Indian government employee, faces charges of murder-for-hire and conspiracy. If convicted, he could be sentenced to a maximum of 10 years in prison for each charge.
New York recovers $50 million for defrauded Gemini Earn crypto investors
NY AG Letitia James recovers $50 million from Gemini Trust to repay investors in Gemini Earn program, run by Winklevoss twins. Gemini to provide full recoveries to 230,000+ investors, ban on crypto lending programs in NY.
Trump accepts new restrictions on $175 million bond in New York civil fraud case
Justice Arthur Engoron imposed the penalty after finding that Trump, the Republican presidential candidate to face President Joe Biden in the Nov. 5 election, fraudulently inflated his net worth and real estate assets to deceive banks and insurers into providing better terms.
Court agrees to block collection of Trump's $454 million civil fraud judgment if he puts up $175M
Trump's lawyers had pleaded for a state appeals court to halt collection, claiming it was "a practical impossibility" to get an underwriter to sign off on a bond for such a large sum. The ruling was issued by the state's intermediate appeals court, the Appellate Division of the state's trial court, where Trump is fighting to overturn a judge's Feb. 16 finding that he lied about his wealth as he grew the real estate empire that launched him to stardom and the presidency.
Will Donald Trump secure $454 million bond as he claims he has $500 million in cash? Know strategy to save Manhattan property
Former US President Donald Trump, who is running in the 2024 US Presidential Election, is under pressure after a New York court ruled that he, his sons and his family company lied about the value of assets and deceived banks and insurers. Will he pay$454 million?
New York Attorney General takes first step to seize Donald Trump's assets. What will former president do now?
Former US President Donald Trump is now left with only four days to satisfy the judgment or convince an appeals court to allow him to post a smaller amount or defer posting the payment until after the appeal.
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Donald Trump: Will Attorney General Letitia James confiscate Trump Tower? All you may like to know
Following his refusal to raise a bond, Attorneys in the New York attorney general’s office have written to the state appeals court dealing with Donald Trump’s punishment for business fraud to say that they should disregard the former president’s claims.
Donald Trump appeals E. Jean Carroll's $83.3 million defamation verdict
Former President Donald Trump has appealed the $83.3 million defamation verdict in the case brought by writer E. Jean Carroll. Trump's appeal, filed with the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, aims to overturn the January 26 verdict, which found him liable for defaming Carroll after she accused him of rape. Trump has also secured a $91.63 million bond for the appeal. The appeal follows a Manhattan jury's decision that Trump had defamed Carroll by denying her rape allegation. The appeal process could take years, with Trump currently being the Republican candidate for the upcoming presidential election.
NY Attorney General says she'll will seize Donald Trump assets if he can't pay fine
A New York judge last week ordered Trump, the former Republican president and frontrunner for his party's White House nomination, to pay the fine after ruling that he committed repeated and persistent fraud, overstating his net worth by as much as much as $3.6 billion a year to obtain better loan terms.
This is what Donald Trump's 2024 looks like
The commencement of a federal civil trial in Manhattan signals the initiation of proceedings where an anonymous jury will determine the financial consequences for Donald Trump regarding the defamation claims brought by writer E. Jean Carroll.
Trump decides against testifying in civil fraud trial as case nears conclusion
Former President Trump declines further testimony in the civil fraud trial, citing previous extensive statements. The trial, probing inflated asset values and financial fraud allegations, involves NY Attorney General Letitia James seeking $250 million in damages. Trump's decision amid tensions with Judge Arthur Engoron reshapes the trial's trajectory. A reinstated gag order and contentions between both sides mark key trial developments. Closing arguments expected in the new year, with Judge Engoron's final ruling imminent.
Trump's daughter worried he was not wealthy enough, emails in NY fraud trial show
The emails and other documents were presented as New York state lawyers wrapped up their case, which argues that Trump and his company inflated his net worth by as much as $2.2 billion to win better financing terms.
Uber, Lyft to pay $328 million to settle New York wage theft claims
Uber and Lyft will collectively pay $328 million to settle allegations from New York's attorney general that they systematically underpaid drivers and deprived them of benefits. Attorney General Letitia James revealed that Uber will pay $290 million, while Lyft will pay $38 million to resolve the multi-year investigation.
NY Attorney General sues crypto firms Gemini, DCG, Genesis for 'fraud'
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a lawsuit against cryptocurrency firms Genesis Global, Digital Currency Group (DCG), and Gemini, accusing them of defrauding investors of over $1 billion. The lawsuit seeks restitution for investors, disgorgement of ill-gotten gains, and a ban on the three firms from the financial investment industry in New York.
Big McDonald's food order makes a surprise appearance at Donald Trump's civil fraud trial
During the civil fraud trial involving former President Donald Trump in New York, a significant McDonald's order was delivered to the courthouse. While Trump is known for his love for McDonald's, it is unclear if the order was for him or someone else involved in the trial. Trump has denied the fraud allegations and called the trial a politically motivated "witch hunt."
New York fraud case against Donald Trump is narrowed; Ivanka Trump dismissed as defendant
A New York appeals court on Tuesday narrowed state Attorney General Letitia James' civil lawsuit accusing Donald Trump and his family business of a "staggering" fraud, and dismissed all claims against the former U.S. president's daughter.
CoinEx accepts New York ban, to pay $1.8 million to resolve attorney general lawsuit
The payment includes $1.17 million of refunds to 4,691 investors, which may be reduced if they withdraw crypto assets during a specified 90-day period, plus a $626,000 fine.
Donald Trump goes to trial, accused of rape
Former US President Donald Trump is set to go on trial on Tuesday for a rape case civil lawsuit filed by E. Jean Carroll, who claims that she was raped by Trump in a department store dressing room in the 1990s. Trump has denied the allegation, calling it a “hoax.” Jurors in the case will remain anonymous to protect them from potential harassment by Trump supporters. The trial could last for one to two weeks.
New York attorney general sues KuCoin, expands cryptocurrency crackdown
New York's attorney general General Letitia James said the fourth-largest cryptocurrency platform violated the Martin Act, a powerful state securities law, by transacting in cryptocurrencies.
Judge fines Trump, lawyer for 'frivolous' Clinton lawsuit
In a blistering filing on Thursday, U.S. District Judge Donald M. Middlebrooks accused Trump of a "pattern of abuse of the courts" for filing frivolous lawsuits for political purposes, which he said "undermines the rule of law" and "amounts to obstruction of justice."
Wallmart Q3 Results: Company posts $1.8 billion loss after settlement resolving allegations on opioid cases
But its numbers were bogged down by a settlement set to provide $3.1 billion to communities nationwide and "require significant improvements in how Walmart's pharmacies handle opioids," according to a statement by New York Attorney General Letitia James's office.
New York Attorney General Letitia James files $250 million civil lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, others
A $250 million civil lawsuit has been filed by New York Attorney General Letitia James. In it, former President Donald Trump and his family has been accused of "numerous acts of fraud and misrepresentations."
Trump attorneys fighting contempt ruling, conduct detailed doc search
Trump attorney Alina Habba conducted searches of Trump's offices and private quarters at his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, and his residence in Mar-a-Lago, Florida, according to the filing, but didn't find any relevant documents that hadn't already been produced. The filing also detailed searches of other locations including file cabinets and storage areas at the Trump Organization's offices in New York.
Accountants drop Donald Trump, say records can't be relied upon
Mazars informed the Trump Organization in a letter last Wednesday that it would no longer work for the company, which is being probed by New York prosecutors for alleged fraud. The letter was revealed in court by New York state attorney general Letitia James as she asked a judge to force Trump to comply with subpoenas seeking testimony in her investigation.
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