The Trump Organization's former Chief Financial Officer Allen Weisselberg arrives at court on Aug. ... [+] 12 in New York City. Key FactsManhattan Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan denied motions to dismiss the case, which was brought by the Manhattan District Attorney’s office and which Weisselberg and the Trump Organization argued was politically motivated. The judge did dismiss one charge of tax fraud as it applied to the Trump Organization, CBS News reports. The Trump Organization has not yet responded to a request for comment. Further ReadingNew York judge rules criminal case against the Trump Organization and former CFO Allen Weisselberg can proceed (CBS News)5 Takeaways From The Trump Organization’s Indictment (Forbes)Trump Organization And Top Exec Charged With Tax Fraud Scheme (Forbes)Trump Organization and Finance Chief Seek Dismissal of Fraud Charges (New York Times)

Source: Forbes August 12, 2022 20:31 UTC