The Trump Organization

A three-building oceanfront enclave consisting of the Trump International Beach Resort and two residential condominium towers in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida.

In 1927, Elizabeth Trump formally incorporated 'E. Trump & Son,' a real estate business that her son Fred Trump would later lead to success by developing pricier houses in Jamaica Estates.

In 1933, Fred Trump briefly opened a supermarket named 'Trump Market' before returning to the real estate business, marking a diversification attempt in his career.

In 1935, Fred Trump moved the company to Brooklyn, expanding his real estate development operations beyond Queens and establishing himself as a prolific builder of single-family homes.

In 1944, Fred Trump redirected his focus to developing large apartment buildings, starting with the opening of the 1,344-unit Shore Haven complex, showcasing his ambition in the real estate sector.

In 1968, Donald Trump became a part of The Trump Organization, a company founded by his father. He started his journey within the organization at this time.

Around 1971, Donald Trump took on a leadership role within The Trump Organization. This marked a significant shift in his involvement with the company.

In 1973, the U.S. Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division filed a civil rights suit against the Trump Organization for violating the 1968 Fair Housing Act by discriminating against Black people in renting apartments.

The Trump Organization was founded in 1974 as a private company by Donald Trump to oversee the assets of the Trump family and manage various business interests in real estate, hotels, casinos, and beauty pageants.

In 1975, a consent decree required Trump to advertise vacancies in minority papers and list vacancies with the Urban League as a result of the civil rights suit, aiming to address the discriminatory practices.

The Trump Organization was established in 1976 in New York, New York. It has since expanded its interests in various sectors such as hotels, real estate, office buildings, golf clubs, merchandise, and event management.

Donald J. Trump established The Trump Organization in 1980 as the umbrella company for all of his real estate operations and corporate affiliates, including luxury residential real estate developments, office buildings, hotels, casinos, golf courses, and beauty pageants.

Matthew Calamari, the organization’s chief operating officer, was recruited in 1981. Andrew Weiss, a Romanian immigrant, was hired straight out of graduate school in 1981.

The projected casino was licensed in 1982, and Holiday Inns Inc.'s Harrah subsidiary agreed to invest $50 million in a partnership.

Trump Tower, a 58-story mixed-use tower and the headquarters of the Trump Organization, was developed in partnership with The Equitable. It opened in 1983 and Trump later bought out Equitable's stake in 1986.

In 1984, Donald J. Trump purchased the West Side Rail Yards in New York, which were later transformed into Trump Place, a complex consisting of 16 high-rise luxury residential buildings. The project was considered a major success and a significant revitalization effort for the West Side area.

In 1985, Donald J. Trump acquired the historic Mar-a-Lago Estate from the Post Foundation and used it as a private residence until 1995.

The Art of the Deal, a book written by Donald Trump and Tony Schwartz, is released and becomes a huge success in the business world, making it one of the best-selling business books of all time.

In 1988, Donald Trump acquires the Plaza Hotel in New York City, a renowned landmark. He invests heavily in renovating both the interior and exterior of the hotel, restoring it to its former glory.

During 1990-1992 recession, Trump's highly leveraged business empire faced collapse with over $5 billion in debt, leading to restructuring and loss of assets.

After extensive restoration work, Donald Trump sells the Plaza Hotel in 1992, having successfully returned the iconic property to its original splendor.

In 1994, Donald Trump acquires the Seven Springs Mansion located in Westchester, NY, adding another prestigious property to his real estate portfolio.

In April 1996, Trump Hotels & Casino acquired the Taj Mahal for $40.5 million, plus assumption of its debts.

In 1997, the Trump International Hotel & Tower on Central Park West in New York City opened and has since maintained a prestigious reputation, being recognized as the only Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond hotel with a Five-Star, Five-Diamond restaurant in New York.

In 1998, Trump obtained a loan of approximately $425 million from Deutsche Bank, which was rapidly expanding in the U.S. during the 1990s. The bank later engaged in questionable practices and was fined for facilitating a Russian money laundering scheme in 2017.

In 1999, the first Trump Golf property, Trump International Golf Club, West Palm Beach, opened in West Palm Beach, Florida.

In 2001, Trump World Tower opened in New York City to much acclaim for its architectural excellence and was the tallest residential tower in the city at the time. The property is located at 845 United Nations Plaza.

In 2002, Donald Trump started the extensive restoration and transformation of the Delmonico Hotel into high-end luxury condominiums. The historic hotel, built in 1929, is situated on Park Avenue in New York City, making it a prime location for upscale residential units.

In 2004, the reality television show 'The Apprentice' debuted. The show, hosted by Donald Trump, featured contestants competing in business-related challenges for a chance to work for Trump. It became a popular and influential series in the reality TV genre.

The proposed real estate development in Phoenix was cancelled on December 21, 2005.

In 2008, Trump International Hotel, Las Vegas officially opened as the tallest building in Las Vegas, offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains.

The hotel-condominium with 462 units was completed in November 2009 in Waikiki Beach Walk.

In March 2010, the penthouse apartment at Trump International Hotel & Tower in New York City was sold for $33 million.

On October 11, 2011, Stormy Daniels' attorney issued a cease and desist letter to TheDirty.com, demanding the removal of the article regarding the supposed affair between Daniels and Trump.

On October 12, 2011, Michael Cohen refuted the allegations of an affair between Donald Trump and Stormy Daniels, labeling the story as false and originating from an unreliable source.

In 2012, The Trump Organization opened its first golf course in Scotland, located in Aberdeen. Trump International Golf Links, Scotland, designed by Dr. Martin Hawtree, is praised as one of the greatest golf courses ever built, offering a spectacular oceanfront setting amidst the Great Dunes of Scotland.

Trump converted most of the historic estate in Palm Beach, Florida into a members-only resort, with the property being worth as much as $250 million in 2013.

In 2014, the Trump Organization purchased Turnberry, a renowned golf resort in Scotland known for hosting four Open Championships. The family invested over 200 million pounds to restore the property to its former glory, making it one of the top golf resorts globally.

On November 15, 2015, AMI entered into a source agreement with Dino Sajudin, where he would receive $30,000 if the Enquirer published a story based on his information as directed by Pecker.

On November 30, 2015, Dylan Howard, the chief content officer at AMI, detailed efforts to confirm Sajudin's story, including a polygraph examination. Cohen was reportedly in close contact with AMI executives during this investigation.

Howard arranged a meeting in Los Angeles with McDougal, Davidson, and two others to interview McDougal about the alleged affair with Trump. McDougal expressed reluctance to come forward and mentioned having corroborating materials in a storage locker.

Trump called Pecker on June 27, 2016, to inquire about burying McDougal's story.

ABC News and Davidson entered into a confidentiality agreement that prevented the outlet from sharing any information provided by McDougal without her consent.

Howard made an informal offer to Davidson regarding McDougal's story, suggesting ongoing negotiations and interest in acquiring the information.

Davidson and AMI engaged in negotiations to finalize an agreement for the purchase of McDougal's story, indicating progress towards a potential deal.

On September 30, 2016, AMI signed an assignment agreement to transfer rights to McDougal's account to Cohen's shell company for $125,000. The agreement was accompanied by a false invoice for advisory services.

On October 8, 2016, Rodriguez, Davidson, and Howard began discussions about American Media Inc. (AMI) purchasing Stormy Daniels' story, considering it more marketable after the Access Hollywood tape scandal.

Between October 10, 2016 and October 27, 2016, Donald Trump instructed Michael Cohen to delay making a payment to Stormy Daniels (real name Stephanie Clifford) until after the election to avoid paying altogether, as revealed in emails and text messages.

On October 13, 2016, Michael Cohen began taking steps to complete a transaction with Keith Davidson, including trying to open an account to transfer funds.

On October 17, 2016, Michael Cohen reportedly dissolved Resolution Consultants and established a new company, Essential Consultants L.L.C., shortly after, using the same registered agent in Delaware for both companies.

On October 25, 2016, Michael Cohen, Keith Davidson, Dylan Howard, and David Pecker had several text exchanges and calls apparently related to a transaction involving Stormy Daniels (Stephanie Clifford). The communication was focused on coordinating something regarding the matter they were discussing.

Michael Cohen opened a bank account in Manhattan under Essential Consultants LLC to facilitate a payment of $131,000. The company was created as a shell entity for this purpose.

Michael Cohen completed paperwork to wire $130,000 from the Essential Consultants account to Davidson's attorney-client trust account in Los Angeles, falsely indicating the purpose as 'retainer'. This payment was considered a contribution to the Trump campaign exceeding the limits of the Election Act.

Michael Cohen reportedly called Trump to update him on the situation and signed a contract with Stormy Daniels (Clifford) to prevent her from talking about the alleged affair with Mr. Trump in exchange for money. Trump's name did not technically appear on the document.

On November 8, 2016, Donald Trump and Mike Pence were elected as the President and Vice President of the United States respectively, according to NBC News.

On January 11, 2017, prior to assuming office as President of the United States, Donald Trump announced changes in the management of his businesses, with his sons taking over executive roles and his assets placed in a trust.

On January 20, 2017, Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States, as stated in the Manhattan DA Statement of Facts.

On March 17, 2017, Donald Trump Jr. and Weisselberg signed a $35,000 check to Cohen, paid from the Trust. The check stub falsely recorded the payment as 'Retainer for 3/1-3/31/17'.

On May 23, 2017, Donald Trump personally signed a $35,000 check to Michael Cohen from his personal account. This transaction was later revealed in court filings to be one of nine checks signed by Trump for Cohen.

On August 1, 2017, Donald Trump personally paid and signed a $35,000 check to Michael Cohen, which later became public knowledge. This transaction was scrutinized in the media.

On September 12, 2017, Donald Trump personally paid and signed a $35,000 check to Michael Cohen, which later became public knowledge. This financial transaction raised questions and attracted media attention.

On October 18, 2017, Donald Trump personally paid and signed a $35,000 check to Michael Cohen, which later became public knowledge. This payment added to the scrutiny surrounding Trump's financial dealings.

On October 20, 2017, the Department of Justice granted special counsel Robert Mueller authorization to investigate Michael Cohen, among others, and to follow leads related to his creation and use of Essential Consultants. This marked a significant development in Mueller's investigation into possible collusion with Russia.

On November 21, 2017, Donald Trump personally paid and signed a $35,000 check to Michael Cohen, which later became public knowledge.

On December 5, 2017, Donald Trump personally paid and signed the final $35,000 check to Michael Cohen, which later became public information.

In January 2018, it was revealed that Michael Cohen had arranged a $130,000 deal to keep Stormy Daniels silent during the 2016 campaign. Cohen and President Trump denied the allegations.

On January 17, 2018, In Touch magazine published the transcript of a previously-suppressed 2011 interview with Stormy Daniels.

The Wall Street Journal reported on January 18, 2018, that Michael Cohen used Essential Consultants LLC, a private Delaware company, to make the $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels.

Michael Cohen refused to answer questions from The New York Times regarding whether Trump had reimbursed him or made any arrangements at the time of payment to women.

Stormy Daniels' agent announced to AP News that the NDA with Trump was nullified after Cohen's comments, allowing her to share her story.

The New Yorker published details of Karen McDougal's alleged affair with Trump based on handwritten notes provided by McDougal, leading to discussions about a new nondisclosure agreement.

Michael Cohen initiated secret arbitration proceedings following Stormy Daniels' media engagements.

An arbitrator found that Stormy Daniels violated the NDA agreement and issued a restraining order against her.

Clifford filed a lawsuit claiming that the nondisclosure agreement related to the $130,000 payment was invalid because Trump did not sign it. The lawsuit also revealed details about arbitration proceedings initiated by Cohen to silence Clifford.

White House press secretary Sanders denied knowledge of any payments from Trump and his involvement in the allegations. Clifford's attorney, Avenatti, publicly asserted that Clifford had a sexual relationship with Trump.

Avenatti provided ABC News with emails allegedly showing communications between Cohen and the bank regarding the 2016 payment to Clifford's attorney. It was disclosed that Cohen used his Trump Organization email for the transaction.

The Wall Street Journal published a story revealing Jill Martin's involvement in arbitration at the request of Eric Trump, connecting the Trump Organization to efforts to silence Stormy Daniels. Documents signed by Martin were provided by Avenatti to the Journal.

Trump sought $20 million in damages from Stormy Daniels for allegedly breaking the nondisclosure agreement multiple times. The claim was made in federal court papers filed by a lawyer for Cohen's company, Essential Consultants.

Stormy Daniels was interviewed on 60 Minutes, where she discussed the details of her alleged affair with Donald Trump. The interview garnered significant media attention and public interest.

Stormy Daniels amended her lawsuit to include defamation charges against Michael Cohen. She claimed that Cohen's statement about the $130,000 payment had caused her harm, including damage to her reputation and emotional distress.

On April 5, 2018, Trump publicly addressed the alleged affair with Stormy Daniels and the hush money payment made by his attorney, Michael Cohen. Trump denied knowledge of the payment and stated that Cohen was responsible for it.

The FBI conducted raids on Michael Cohen's office, hotel room, and home as part of an investigation by the U.S. attorney's office in Manhattan. They seized numerous documents and electronic files related to various matters, including the payment to Stormy Daniels.

Reports emerged about the U.S. attorney's office in Manhattan looking into possible bank fraud linked to Michael Cohen's payment to Stormy Daniels, which was allegedly funded through his home-equity credit line.

On April 17, 2018, Stormy Daniels and her attorney unveiled a composite sketch of the man who allegedly threatened her in a Las Vegas parking lot. A reward of $100,000 was offered for information leading to the man's identification.

On April 18, 2018, AMI reached a settlement agreement with McDougal, allowing her to publicly discuss her alleged affair with Trump. The agreement resolved McDougal's claims of being misled into signing a contract with AMI and alleged secret involvement of Cohen in the negotiations.

There were speculations about Michael Cohen cooperating with government investigators against Trump. Trump tweeted that he didn't see Cohen flipping and described him as a fine person with a wonderful family.

Trump admitted in an interview that Michael Cohen had represented him in dealing with Stormy Daniels. He mentioned Cohen's involvement in the Stormy Daniels deal.

Stormy Daniels filed a defamation lawsuit against Trump in Manhattan federal court. The lawsuit was related to a tweet Trump posted about a sketch of a man who allegedly threatened Clifford.

Rudolph Giuliani, Trump's new lawyer, acknowledged and described Trump's repayments to Michael Cohen for the hush money paid to Stormy Daniels. Giuliani mentioned that the payment was funneled through a law firm and the president repaid it.

Trump tweeted that he did pay Michael Cohen a monthly retainer but emphasized that the payments were unrelated to the campaign.

On August 21, 2018, Michael Cohen pleaded guilty in Manhattan federal court to charges that included campaign finance violations and criminal tax evasion. Cohen stated that he was directed by Trump to arrange hush money payments to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal to prevent them from speaking about their alleged affairs with Trump.

On August 22, 2018, Trump claimed that the payments made to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal were legal because they were personal payments from him and not from his campaign funds. He argued that the funds were not taken from campaign finance.

On September 20, 2018, American Media Inc. (AMI) privately signed a non-prosecution agreement with the SDNY U.S. Attorney's Office. AMI agreed to cooperate fully with investigators and disclose all information related to the hush money payments made to Karen McDougal. AMI admitted to making the payment to prevent McDougal from publicizing damaging allegations about Trump before the 2016 presidential election.

On February 27, 2019, Michael Cohen testified publicly against Donald Trump before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. Cohen mentioned that Trump's organization had made hush money payments to individuals other than women.

On March 7, 2019, Michael Cohen sued the Trump Organization for breach of contract and sought reimbursement for legal fees. The lawsuit also aimed to recover the penalty imposed after Cohen pleaded guilty.

On July 18, 2019, court documents were unsealed, revealing communications among Trump, Hicks, Cohen, and AMI executives. The documents indicated efforts to prevent Stormy Daniels from going public with her claim about Trump.

On August 1, 2019, Manhattan DA Cyrus R. Vance Jr. subpoenaed the Trump Organization for documents related to hush money payments made to Stormy Daniels. The investigation focused on the Clifford hush money scandal.

On May 21, 2020, Michael Cohen was released from federal prison due to the coronavirus pandemic. He was allowed to serve the remainder of his sentence at home.

On July 9, 2020, federal marshals took Michael Cohen back into custody after he refused the conditions of his home confinement. Cohen's refusal to comply with media engagement restrictions led to his return to a federal detention facility.

Former President Donald Trump insists that his Jan. 2, 2021, telephone call with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger was 'perfect,' despite facing accusations of wrongdoing. Trump's attorney and codefendants are involved in legal proceedings related to this call.

The Federal Election Commission (FEC) voted against investigating allegations that Trump and his Committee violated campaign finance laws by accepting illegal contributions and filing false disclosure reports related to the 2016 Clifford payment and Cohen reimbursements.

The FEC reached a settlement with American Media Inc. (AMI) after finding that the company, allegedly directed by Trump and Cohen, violated campaign finance laws by making payments to McDougal. AMI agreed to pay a fine without admitting guilt.

On May 18, 2021, the New York Attorney General's office announced that it was teaming up with the Manhattan District Attorney's office to investigate the Trump Organization in a criminal capacity.

On July 1, 2021, the Manhattan district attorney filed criminal charges against the Trump Organization for a 15-year scheme to defraud the government, conspiracy, and falsifying business records.

On July 8, 2021, the Trump Organization removed Allen Weisselberg as director of the company running Trump International Golf Links in Scotland.

A Manhattan state court ruled in favor of the Trump Organization in Cohen's civil suit seeking reimbursement for legal fees. The Trump Organization hailed the decision as a significant victory.

By November 22, 2021, prosecutors were investigating discrepancies in the reported values of several Trump Organization properties to lenders and tax officials between 2011 and 2015.

On December 1, 2021, the New York Attorney General issued a subpoena to Donald Trump in a civil case, with plans to depose him on January 7, 2022.

Michael Cohen filed a civil rights lawsuit against Donald Trump and several other DOJ officials, alleging violations of the First, Fourth, and Eighth Amendments due to his re-confinement in federal prison the previous year.

Donald Trump and his children sought to block subpoenas issued by the New York Attorney General, alleging that the AG was bypassing due process in gathering evidence for a related criminal case.

New York AG Letitia James filed a motion to compel Donald Trump and his two eldest children to appear in court, citing evidence of fraudulent asset valuation and misrepresentation for economic gain.

The judge ordered the Trump Organization to be supervised by an independent monitor for at least three years, along with hiring an independent compliance director and leadership shakeup. This decision was made due to fraudulent activities committed by Trump and his co-defendants.

Trump appealed the verdict of the lawsuit on Feb. 26. He was allowed to put up $175 million while appealing, which is a little more than 38% of what he owes.

The FBI conducted a search at Mar-a-Lago on August 8, 2022, where they were looking for documents related to former President Donald Trump. Trump's defense team may argue that he was in the process of cooperating with the government and returning the documents at that time.

James announced a civil lawsuit against Trump, his three oldest children, and the organization for fraud and misrepresentation, seeking $250 million in penalties and future restrictions on Trump family business activities in New York State.

The criminal trial against the Trump Organization commenced on October 24, following a series of legal battles and investigations related to alleged financial misconduct.

A judge appointed by Donald Trump dismissed Michael Cohen's civil rights lawsuit against Trump and others.

A New York state appeals court revived Michael Cohen's lawsuit seeking legal fee reimbursements from the Trump Organization, allowing Cohen to sue the organization again.

A New York jury convicted the Trump Organization on all 17 tax fraud charges, with The Trump Corporation and The Trump Payroll Corporation facing multiple criminal charges.

Congressional Representatives Jim Jordan, James Comer, and Bryan Steil requested Bragg to testify before Congress regarding the Trump investigation, labeling it as an 'unprecedented abuse of prosecutorial authority' and a 'politically motivated prosecution'.

Trump posted controversial images and statements on Truth Social, including an image of himself holding a baseball bat alongside a picture of Bragg's head, calling Bragg a 'SOROS BACKED ANIMAL', and criticizing those advocating for peaceful protest.

Trump mentioned the possibility of violence surrounding his potential arrest, expressing concerns about the consequences of false charges on the country.

Former President Donald Trump was indicted in New York City on March 30, 2023, on charges involving a scheme to bury allegations of extramarital affairs that arose during his first White House campaign in 2016. The indictment centers on allegations that Trump falsified internal records kept by his company to hide the true nature of payments made to his then-personal lawyer and fixer Michael Cohen.

Former President Donald Trump appeared in a Manhattan courtroom for his arraignment on April 4, 2023, in the hush-money case. The case revolves around payoffs made to Stormy Daniels, Karen McDougal, and a Trump Tower doorman to cover up extramarital affairs and allegations of a child out of wedlock.

Judge Juan M. Merchan has ordered Trump's trial to start on April 15, 2023. It was initially scheduled for March 25 but got delayed due to a dispute over evidence. The trial is expected to last about six weeks after the jury selection.

Trump's legal team requested a bill of particulars, which is a detailed list of the claims and alleged facts against a defendant. The request was made to clarify the charges of falsification of business records for which Trump was facing felony charges.

Trump sought to move the case to the federal Southern District of New York based on federal law, arguing that only federal prosecutors should handle the charges against him. He claimed that as a former President, facing criminal charges was unprecedented in the nation's history.

Judge Merchan issued a protective order prohibiting Trump from sharing any discovery materials on various social media platforms without court approval. This was to control the dissemination of information related to the case.

Bragg, the assistant district attorney, denied Trump's request for a bill of particulars stating that the existing indictment and statement of facts provided sufficient information. However, Bragg released a list of statutes that could be used to support the felony charges against Trump.

Trump's legal team requests Judge Juan Manuel Merchan to recuse himself from the case due to perceived bias and conflict of interest. Allegations include Merchan's involvement in plea negotiations and requiring testimony against Trump's company. The decision on recusal lies with Judge Merchan.

A grand jury has been hearing from witnesses for a potential indictment in the classified documents investigation of former President Donald Trump. Key prosecutor David Harbach is leading the special counsel's team in this case.

Defense attorneys representing former President Donald Trump, Todd Blanche, and Chris Kise, attended a pretrial conference on July 18, 2023, at the Alto Lee Adams Sr. U.S. Courthouse in Fort Pierce, Florida. The conference discussed procedures for handling classified information in the case against Trump.

U.S. District Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein denies Trump's request to transfer the case from state court to federal court, stating that the hush-money case is a personal matter, not related to presidential duties. Trump's legal team decides to appeal the ruling.

Trump faces federal charges for his alleged involvement in attempts to overturn the 2020 election results.

Trump enters a plea of not guilty to the charges brought against him in Washington's federal court.

Former President Donald Trump was indicted in Georgia on August 14, 2023, along with 18 others, under Georgia's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) for various criminal charges related to attempting to overturn the 2020 election results.

Former President Donald Trump turned himself in at the Fulton County Jail on charges linked to attempts to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia. This event occurred on August 24, 2023, at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

On September 21, 2023, New York Attorney General Letitia James files a lawsuit against Donald Trump, his company, and top executives, accusing them of inflating Trump's net worth by billions of dollars and deceiving banks and others about the value of assets like golf courses and hotels. James refers to the alleged scheme as 'The art of the steal,' linking it to Trump's book 'The Art of the Deal.'

Judge Chutkan rejects Trump's plea to have her recused from the case, stating that his concerns about her impartiality based on past comments were unfounded.

Judge Chutkan issues a limited gag order preventing Trump from publicly targeting prosecutors, court staff, or potential witnesses due to concerns raised by prosecutors about Trump's inflammatory social media posts.

On October 26, 2023, Donald Trump was fined $10,000 for violating a limited gag order by making comments about court staff. Judge Arthur Engoron questioned Trump about the comment and found his explanation not credible, leading to the fine.

On November 6, 2023, former President Donald Trump testified at his civil fraud trial for about 3½ hours. He denied allegations of duping lenders by exaggerating his wealth on financial statements and criticized the trial as unfair. Trump also made disparaging remarks about Judge Arthur Engoron and New York Attorney General Letitia James.

The state rested its case in Donald Trump's civil fraud trial on November 8, 2023.

The potential jury pool in Fort Pierce, which may be favorable to Trump due to the counties' support in the 2020 election, and Judge Aileen Cannon, appointed by Trump, are key aspects to watch in Trump's criminal case. The judge's past ruling on classified documents and the involvement of Trump's former lawyer, M. Evan Corcoran, who testified before a grand jury, are also significant factors.

Donald Trump's defense team started calling witnesses on November 13, 2023, after an unsuccessful attempt to end the trial early.

Trump abandons the attempt to transfer the case from state court to federal court. His lawyers withdraw an appeal seeking Manhattan federal court jurisdiction, stating the decision is final.

Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg opposes Trump's attempt to dismiss his criminal indictment, stating that the former president is seeking special treatment that he does not deserve.

Judge Chutkan dismisses Trump's argument of immunity from prosecution and violation of free speech rights in relation to the indictment. She emphasizes that being the president does not grant immunity from legal consequences.

Donald Trump's defense team rested their case on December 12, 2023, after Trump chose not to testify for a second time.

Judge Arthur Engoron orders Donald Trump to pay $355 million in penalties for lying about his wealth on financial statements. The judge criticizes Trump's fraudulent actions, stating that they are shocking and put limitations on Trump's company business.

An appeals court rejects former President Trump's broad immunity claims and rules that he can face trial. In a unanimous decision, the three-judge panel emphasizes that ex-presidents are not exempt from the law after leaving office.

Trump attended a closed-door hearing in federal court in Fort Pierce with his lawyers and the judge to discuss the procedures for handling classified evidence. This marked his first appearance in court for this specific case since his arraignment in June.

Judge Arthur Engoron ruled against Donald Trump, ordering him to pay $355 million in penalties, plus interest, for falsifying business records, conspiracy to commit insurance fraud, and issuing false financial statements.

Trump appeals a civil fraud judgment where he is accused of lying about his wealth while growing his real estate empire. His lawyers are challenging the judge's findings and seeking a review of potential errors of law and fact.

Former President Donald Trump's lawyers argue that he is immune from prosecution for actions taken in his official role as president, including challenging the outcome of the election. However, courts have rejected Trump's immunity claims, leading to an ongoing legal battle with significant political implications.

Judge Juan Manuel Merchan agreed to delay President Trump's hush-money criminal trial until at least mid-April due to the need for more time to review evidence obtained from a previous federal investigation.

Judge Juan Manuel Merchan issues a gag order preventing Donald Trump from publicly discussing witnesses, prosecutors, court staff, and jurors in the hush-money case due to Trump's history of making threatening and denigrating remarks about individuals involved in his legal matters.

In March 2024, a judge ordered Donald Trump to pay a $454 million penalty in a civil fraud lawsuit. The judge found that Trump and his company lied about their wealth to inflate his net worth for financial gain.

On April 1, 2024, Trump posted a bond to ensure that his assets and properties could not be seized until the completion of his appeals.

Analysis of the civil fraud appeal filed by Trump involving a significant amount of money.

Investigation into interference in the 2016 election, led by Manhattan District Attorney's office.

Former President Donald Trump faces 40 felony counts related to the possession of classified documents and alleged obstruction. The verdict of the case is expected to be announced on May 20, 2024.