Donald Trump Jr. defends father's brilliance in New York fraud trial

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Donald Trump Jr. defends father's brilliance in New York fraud trial
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Donald Trump Jr testified in his family's civil fraud trial in New York, praising his father as a "genius" in real estate who could create luxury from nothing. The trial revolves around allegations that the Trump Organization inflated valuations to secure favorable loans. A loss in court could have significant consequences for the Trump real estate empire, potentially leading to a ban on doing business in New York. Despite Trump Jr's charm offensive, the judge has already ruled that his father significantly inflated property values, casting doubt on the effectiveness of his testimony.

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