What is a 'scorched earth defence' and why did it backfire for Trump? Here's what you need to know
Donald Trump is issued a staggering fine of $US354.9 million, which could deal a major blow to the former president's brand, bank balance and business empire. Here's why.
Donald Trump must pay huge penalties, barred from NY business for three years, judge rules
Donald Trump must pay $US354.9 million ($A543m) in penalties for fraudulently overstating his net worth to dupe lenders, a New York judge rules, handing the former US president another legal setback in a civil case that imperils his real estate empire.
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Trump's First Term
Has Trump delivered on making America's economy great again?
Donald Trump has touted economic growth as one of the success stories of his presidency. So, what has he accomplished?
Duration: 3 minutes 19 seconds
How has Donald Trump handled the coronavirus pandemic?
With the pandemic dominating much of 2020 and Donald Trump’s re-election campaign, Jeremy Fernandez puts Donald Trump’s handling of the crisis under the microscope.
Duration: 3 minutes 56 seconds
How did US foreign relations fare under Donald Trump?
Donald Trump trumpeted an ‘America First’ agenda during his 2016 election campaign. So, how has that played out on the world stage?
Duration: 7 minutes 33 seconds
The last four years under Donald Trump
From his extraordinary election to the White House in 2016 to now, here's a look back at all the dramatic twists and turns of the Trump presidency.
Duration: 4 minutes 15 seconds
Trump's combative relationship with the 'fake news' media
Donald Trump has been banned from social media sites including Twitter and Facebook, over concerns he could incite further violence.
Duration: 2 minutes 48 seconds
What has Trump done for race relations in his first term?
Donald Trump has pushed his "America First" slogan since he came to office, boosted to power by a disgruntled and disenfranchised base desperately in need of a win. But in the zero-sum world of Trumpian politics, there's always a loser.
Duration: 4 minutes 28 seconds
Latest US politics videos
How vulnerable is Trump after the $500m fraud ruling?
The US Studies Centre's Bruce Wolpe says the decision has personally hurt Trump's identity as a business executive.
Duration: 4 minutes 24 seconds
Donald Trump fined more than half a billion in fraud case
Donald Trump has been fined AUD$544 million after a judge found he had inflated the value of his assets to receive financial advantage.
Duration: 2 minutes 11 seconds
How serious are Donald Trump's NATO comments?
The comments have been interpreted as a continuation of the former president's concerns over NATO allies not adequately funding their defence forces.
Duration: 7 minutes 38 seconds