In a significant ruling, the Appellate Division declared the $500 million fine against Trump unconstitutional, challenging the motives behind the fraud case led by AG Letitia James. This decision may lead to further reviews, stirring debate in legal circles.
A New York appeals court has thrown out a massive financial penalty imposed on Trump while upholding fraud findings. Trump declares victory as he avoids a half-billion-dollar fine but faces corporate leadership bans.
Disgraced former Congressman George Santos is set to be sentenced for wire fraud and identity theft. Prosecutors push for the maximum seven-year sentence as Santos claims to accept responsibility while challenging the severity of his punishment.