Trump civil fraud verdict to come 'early to mid-February,' court confirms

The judge overseeing New York Democratic Attorney General Letitia James's civil fraud against former President Donald Trump will issue a verdict in the case sometime in the coming weeks.

A spokesperson for the court set the timetable at "early to mid-February," but observed it was "subject to modifications," The Hill reported. Judge Arthur Engoron previously suggested the ruling come last month and reports earlier this week indicated the verdict would be delayed at least into early February.

James has alleged that Trump manipulated the value of his assets to secure favorable loan terms and lower insurance premiums. Engoron, ahead of the trial, determined in summary judgement that Trump committed fraud and the trial proceeded on additional counts.

James is seeking more than $370 million and order barring him and his two eldest sons from serving as officers for New York businesses.

The trial did not feature a jury, meaning Engoron will determine the verdict. Throughout the case, Trump railed against the judge, whom he accused of bias against him. Trump denies any wrongdoing and contends the case is part of a broader political witch hunt to bring down his 2024 presidential campaign.

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