Ivanka Trump is set to testify in the $250 million civil fraud case filed by New York Attorney General Letitia James against her father, Donald Trump, and his associates. The case alleges that Trump inflated his net worth to obtain favorable loans and insurance policies. While Ivanka initially tried to avoid testifying, the court ruled that she must take the stand. This development could be problematic for her father, as Ivanka was deeply involved in the acquisition of properties at the center of the lawsuit, including the Trump hotel in Washington, D.C. and the Trump National Doral golf resort in Miami.
During a 2015 meeting with Forbes journalists, Ivanka and her father tag-teamed a pitch about the value of the Trump National Doral golf resort, claiming it would make $75 million that year when it actually earned $14 million. This raises questions about Ivanka's knowledge and participation in her father's alleged fraud.
As the trial unfolds, ex-Trump White House official Sarah Matthews predicts that Ivanka will be cautious with her words to protect her family's image. However, her testimony could still be valuable in the case against her father. The outcome of Ivanka's testimony remains uncertain, but it will undoubtedly be a pivotal moment in the ongoing legal battle.