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News in English (USA) / 22.08.2025 / 23:00

New York Appeals Court Overturns $500 Million Civil Fraud Penalty Against Trump

In a significant legal victory for Donald Trump, a New York appeals court has overturned a massive civil fraud penalty amounting to approximately $500 million. The ruling not only dismisses the financial penalty imposed by the earlier court decision but also brings attention to the ongoing legal battles faced by Trump following his return to the White House. The court deemed the penalty excessive, although it maintained that Trump is still liable for fraud. This decision has sparked debates regarding the implications of selective prosecution and has been celebrated by Trump and his supporters as a triumph over what they describe as a politically motivated legal fight.
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