Trump fraud trial live updates: Judge to take defense's request to end trial early 'under advisement'
If the motion is denied, the defense will start presenting its case on Monday.
Last Updated: November 9, 2023, 12:51 PM ET
Nov 09, 12:51 PM EST
Trump attorney blasts motion to limit defense witnesses
Trump attorney Chris Kise grew visibly frustrated as today's proceedings moved on to arguments over the state's motion to preclude testimony from four of the defense's expert witnesses that the state argues are no longer relevant to the case.
After state attorney Andrew Amer argued in favor of the motion, Kise suggested he belongs in totalitarian Russia.
"I suggest Mr. Amer check the internet," Kise said. "Vladmir Putin has some openings. That is where he belongs."
Describing the comment as "completely uncalled for," Judge Engoron suggested that Kise apologize to Amer.
"I am not going to apologize," Kise said, though he promised to refrain from "further pejoratives."
Nov 09, 12:34 PM EST
Judge to take defense's motion to end case early 'under advisement'
Judge Arthur Engoron did not immediately rule on the defense's motion for a directed verdict that would end the trial early.
Instead, the judge simply said the arguments were being "taken under advisement."
Wrapping up his argument for a directed verdict, defense attorney Chris Kise channeled some of the rhetoric of his client, praising Donald Trump for helping the community and "reshaping the skyline of New York."
"What building has the attorney general built in this community?" Kise asked.
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