Trump's Legal Team Seeks Judge's Recusal Over Alleged Improper Communications

Former President Trump argues Judge Engoron violated judicial conduct by discussing the fraud case with a real estate lawyer before ruling.

Trump's lawyers filed a motion for Judge Engoron to recuse himself from the civil fraud case.
The motion cites a conversation between Engoron and lawyer Adam Leitman Bailey before the $454 million ruling.
Bailey claimed he offered unsolicited advice to Engoron about the case's legal aspects.
Engoron and court spokespeople deny any improper influence on the judge's decision.
The New York Judicial Conduct Commission is investigating the allegations.