Former President Donald Trump took to social media on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, revealing his active role in advising his son, Eric Trump, against testifying in the ongoing $250 million civil fraud trial that poses a significant threat to the Trump family’s financial stability.
Trump’s unexpected intervention followed Raw Story’s report on Eric’s sudden decision to abstain from testifying, sparking speculation among legal analysts about potential motives, including whether it might be a strategic delay tactic in response to Trump’s existing gag order.
On his Truth Social platform, Trump shared his perspective, asserting, “I told my wonderful son, Eric, not to testify tomorrow at the rigged trial brought about by A.G. Letitia James’ campaign promise that, without knowing anything about me, ‘I will get Trump!’ She ran for A.G., then Governor of New York, and lost!”
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Trump’s social media post, published on Tuesday, suggests a perception of the trial as politically motivated, laying blame on New York Attorney General Letitia James and labeling the trial as “rigged.” This stance questions the credibility of the court proceedings and implies a bias against the Trump family.
In his statement, Trump continued, “Eric has already testified, perfectly (Unlike their star witness-who admitted he lied!), so there is no reason to waste any more of this Crooked Court’s time on having him say the same thing, over and over again, as a witness for the defense (us!).”
This direct intervention by the former president raises questions about the internal dynamics within the Trump family and the underlying legal strategy employed in response to the allegations of fraud. Trump’s assertion that Eric’s prior testimony was sufficient suggests a belief in its effectiveness and deems further testimony unnecessary.
Legal experts are now speculating on the potential implications of Eric’s decision, with some suggesting it may be an attempt to navigate legal constraints, such as Trump’s gag order, or strategically delay proceedings.
The civil fraud trial revolves around allegations of fraudulent practices within the Trump Organization, with the New York Attorney General seeking substantial financial penalties against the family. Trump’s active involvement in advising his son not to testify adds a layer of complexity to an already high-stakes legal battle.
Trump’s characterization of the trial as “crooked” and “rigged” further emphasizes the contentious nature of the proceedings and underscores the political undertones surrounding the Trump family’s legal challenges. As the trial unfolds, all eyes remain on the courtroom, awaiting the resolution of this intricate legal saga.
