Donald Trump's Civil Fraud Judgment
Republican donors were working together to help Donald Trump fund the bond needed to cover his $454 million civil fraud judgment. Donors like John Paulson and Harold Hamm were involved in the effort. Trump won a bid to delay enforcement by posting a smaller $175 million bond. He claimed to have enough cash to pay the judgment in full.
Key Points
- Donors like John Paulson and Harold Hamm were involved in the effort
- Trump claimed to have enough cash to pay the judgment in full
- Surety companies had turned down Trump's attempts to secure the original bond
Pros
- Donors coming together to help Trump cover the bond amount
- Trump won a bid to delay enforcement of the judgment
Cons
- Potential scrutiny from election regulators or federal prosecutors for donors exceeding contribution limits