Trump generated 'more than $100m' through fraud, court hears. The former president is accused of using his campaign to enrich himself.

Former President Donald Trump is accused of using his presidential campaign to enrich himself, according to testimony presented in a civil fraud trial in New York City. Kevin Wallace, a lawyer for New York Attorney General Letitia James, said in his opening statement on Monday that Trump and his associates lied about the value of his assets to banks and insurers in order to get better loan terms and lower insurance premiums. Wallace said that Trump's actions generated more than $100 million in financial benefits for him and his companies. "Donald Trump used his presidential campaign as a personal piggy bank," Wallace said. "He lied about his assets to get what he wanted." Trump has denied any wrongdoing. His lawyers have accused James of conducting a politically motivated witch hunt.

The trial is expected to last several weeks. If James's office is successful, Trump could be ordered to pay millions of dollars in damages. The allegations against Trump are serious, and they could have far-reaching consequences. If Trump is found guilty of fraud, it could damage his reputation and make it difficult for him to run for office again. The trial is also a test of James's ability to prosecute Trump. James is a Democrat, and Trump is a Republican. Some critics have accused James of using her office to go after her political opponents. The outcome of the trial will be closely watched by both Democrats and Republicans. It will also be a test of the strength of New York's laws against fraud.