Trump’s Bid to Block New York Tax Subpoena Rejected by Judge

Trump’s Bid to Block New York Tax Subpoena Rejected by Judge

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The transcript discusses a legal battle over the subpoena of Trump's tax records in Manhattan. A federal judge dismissed Trump's complaint against the Manhattan District Attorney, Cyrus Vance Jr., who seeks eight years of Trump's tax records. Despite losing, Trump has delayed the process through litigation. The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Vance, but allowed Trump to re-argue his case. The case's outcome remains uncertain, with no immediate public release of the records expected.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main objective of Trump's lawyers in the legal battle in Manhattan?

To prevent the release of Trump's tax records

To sue the Manhattan District Attorney

To gain access to Vance's tax records

To move the case to a different state

2.

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Which court rejected Trump's argument that a sitting president is above the law?

The Manhattan District Court

The Supreme Court

The 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals

The Federal District Court

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court's decision regarding Trump's tax records?

The tax records were made public

The decision was postponed

The case was dismissed

The case was allowed to proceed

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Trump attempt to delay the legal process regarding his tax records?

By bribing court officials

By filing multiple lawsuits

By refusing to attend court hearings

By making the same arguments repeatedly

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the likelihood of Trump's tax records becoming public soon, according to the final section?

Unlikely

Very likely

Already public

Somewhat likely