Trump's Empire Hangs in the Balance: $2.5 Million Spent on Expert Testimony

Former President Donald Trump has spent at least $2.5 million on expert witnesses in his New York civil fraud trial, as he fights to protect his real estate empire. This expenditure is just a fraction of his overall legal bills, which have surpassed $20 million this year alone. Trump's defense strategy heavily relies on the testimony of expert witnesses, but the judge has criticized their relevance and redundancy. The state attorneys have suggested that some of Trump's witnesses may have a financial incentive to offer biased testimony. Trump's legal expenses are being covered by a combination of personal funds and political donations. Despite the high costs, Trump claims that the trial has boosted his poll numbers.