Insights revealed from the trial testimony of Trump's sons on fraud charges

In a New York court, Donald Trump's sons, Eric and Donald Jr, testified to refute their involvement in company fraud. Judge Arthur Engoron had ruled previously that the Trump Organization executives, including the brothers and their father, inflated company assets to secure favorable loans. The ongoing trial will determine the penalties for the defendants. New York Attorney General Letitia James is seeking a $250 million fine and significant restrictions on the Trump family business. During their testimony, Eric and Donald Jr had contrasting demeanors, with the latter appearing at ease and even cracking jokes with the judge. Eric, on the other hand, seemed tense and tried to avoid admitting any connection to his father's financial statements. The brothers both claimed that company accountants were responsible for any discrepancies in the financial statements. Eric Trump faced several hours of intense questioning as prosecutors presented emails that showed his involvement in providing financial information for his father's statements. The tension in court escalated when Trump family lawyers accused Judge Engoron and his clerk of bias. Sparks flew as the judge countered the accusations and threatened to extend the gag order on Donald Trump to include his lawyers. The attorney general's team argued that the Trump team's complaints were mere distractions. Although Donald Trump was not present in court, his social media posts during the proceedings made his opinion clear. On Truth Social, he defended his sons and criticized the judge. Trump himself is expected to testify on Monday, while his daughter Ivanka is also scheduled to appear in court, despite her appeal being rejected.