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New York appeals court throws out $500M fraud penalty against Trump

New York appeals court throws out $500M fraud penalty against Trump

Summary

A New York appeals court canceled a $500 million penalty against President Trump and his companies for inflating property values. The court agreed that there was fraud but found the penalty too high.

Key Facts

  • A New York appeals court reviewed a case involving President Trump and his businesses.
  • The case involved allegations of overstating the value of properties in financial records.
  • The court agreed that fraud occurred.
  • However, the court decided the $500 million penalty was too large.
  • The penalty was removed, but the fraud findings remained in place.
  • Former federal prosecutor Jessica Roth discussed the decision and its effects.

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