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Donald Trump fraud trial: Former president to appear in court after unleashing attack on 'deranged' judge

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A civil fraud case against the former US president that could last months begins today. Donald Trump has said he will appear at the court in New York, as he lashed out against the judge presiding over the case.

Donald Trump and members of his family are accused of inflating the value of the Trump property empire by billions of dollars. Pic: APDonald Trump says he will make a rare trip to court in New York today as he and his associates face accusations over business dealings."I'm going to Court tomorrow morning to fight for my name and reputation," he wrote.

Special Counsel Jack Smith, who is bringing the charges, alleges the former president's lies"fuelled" the deadly insurrection in the heart of Washington DC.In this criminal case, Trump faces charges over classified documents he allegedly took from the White House, including deleting CCTV footage of his staff moving boxes at his Florida home.This criminal case centres around alleged"hush" money sent to former porn actress Stormy Daniels after she said they had an affair.

The judge - who is also overseeing the trial - ruled that Trump committed fraud for years while building the real estate empire that catapulted him to fame and the White House.

 

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