NY Attorney General Raises Fine in Trump Civil Fraud Lawsuit to $370 Million

Trump's attorney criticizes the move, accusing James of being 'fame-hungry' and prioritizing her political interests.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has raised the fine in a civil fraud lawsuit against former President Donald Trump's business empire to $370 million, up from the initial $250 million.
Trump's attorney, Alina Habba, has criticized James as 'fame-hungry' and accused her of putting her political interests before those of New York State.
The lawsuit, filed in September 2022, alleges fraudulent business statements inflating the value of Trump's assets to secure more favorable business terms.
James argues that new evidence justifies the increased fines, including profit from two deals that she claims were obtained fraudulently.
Critics, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), have accused James of weaponizing the government against political enemies.