Donald Trump Fined $355 Million for Fraud, Plans Appeal

A New York judge's ruling against Donald Trump for fraudulently inflating asset values has sparked a GoFundMe campaign and widespread reactions.

Donald Trump was fined approximately $355 million by Judge Arthur Engoron for fraudulently inflating the value of his assets to secure more favorable terms from lenders and insurers.
A GoFundMe page titled 'Stand with Trump; Fund the $355M Unjust Judgment' has raised around $414,000, despite concerns over its compliance with platform rules.
Trump's legal team announced plans to appeal the judgment, criticizing the ruling as part of a 'political crusade' against him.
Public reactions include protests outside Trump Tower with signs mocking the former president, and discussions on the potential impact of the ruling on Trump's properties and future business dealings.
Legal experts debate the ruling's validity, suggesting Trump may have grounds for appeal based on the absence of a direct victim and the standards of evidence applied.