Letitia James Presses Forward With Trump Case After Election Victory [WATCH]

New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced her decision to proceed with a civil fraud case against President-elect Donald Trump, asserting that presidents are not immune from civil litigation related to unofficial conduct.

The announcement comes in response to demands from Trump and his legal team to drop the case “for the greater good of the country.”

The civil fraud case, which resulted in a $454 million judgment against Trump, centers on allegations of fraudulent practices involving Trump, his family, and his businesses.

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Trump has appealed the judgment, and a New York appeals court recently heard arguments that suggested the ruling might be reversed.

On Tuesday, the New York Attorney General’s office stated that it would not withdraw the case, arguing that civil litigation against a sitting president is permissible.

James’ office emphasized that such lawsuits “may proceed while the president is in office,” as they pertain to conduct outside the scope of official presidential duties.

“Presidents do not enjoy immunity from civil litigation arising from their unofficial conduct,” James’ office said in a statement.

They added that the case against Trump does not interfere with his capacity to serve as president and has no bearing on the duties of his upcoming administration.

The judgment, which Trump is appealing, was part of James’ broader lawsuit alleging that the Trump Organization misrepresented asset values to obtain favorable loans and insurance terms.

The attorney general’s office maintained that waiting for the appeals court’s decision on the case “does not in any way affect Trump’s ability to serve as president.”

BREAKING: Corrupt DA Letitia James is REFUSING to drop the $470M civil case against Trump.

James needs to be disbarred and in PRISON for this witch hunt!!! pic.twitter.com/N2gfMSZJcn

— Gunther Eagleman™ (@GuntherEagleman) December 10, 2024

James also addressed the 14 additional defendants implicated in the case, stating that the president-elect’s inauguration has no impact on their legal liabilities.

The appeals court is now deliberating whether to reverse the $454 million judgment.

During recent hearings, the judges appeared open to considering the arguments raised by Trump’s legal team, raising the possibility that the judgment could be reduced or overturned.

Trump has consistently denied wrongdoing and characterized the lawsuit as politically motivated.

His legal team has argued that pursuing the case further serves no public interest and called for its dismissal to allow Trump to focus on leading the country.

James has maintained that the lawsuit is grounded in evidence and unrelated to Trump’s upcoming presidency.

Her office reiterated its commitment to enforcing accountability in cases involving financial misconduct, regardless of the defendant’s political position.

The case represents a significant legal battle for Trump as he prepares to assume the presidency in January.

The appeals court’s forthcoming decision could have implications not only for Trump’s financial liabilities but also for the broader principle of whether civil cases against a sitting president can proceed.

This development adds to the complex legal landscape surrounding Trump, as he continues to face scrutiny in both civil and criminal matters while preparing to reenter the White House.

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