In a surprising new development, former White House Senior Advisor and first daughter Ivanka Trump is now being called upon to testify in a fraud case against her family business. The case, brought forth by the New York Attorney General’s office, is investigating potential financial fraud and civil rights violations stemming from the Trump family’s companies.
Ivanka has been cited as a key witness in the case due to her involvement in the Trump Organization since 2006. The case in question has no relation to the ongoing investigations related to the Russia scandal.
According to the New York AG, Ivanka played a significant role within the Trump Organization. She held the position of vice president and executive officer with the company from 2006 to 2017. Her involvement with the business was so integral that when the organization tried to fire some employees that loyal to her father, it was Ivanka who insisted that the firings be reversed.
This latest development stands as a rare instance of Ivanka Trump being called upon to answer for potential violat
ions committed by the Trump Organization. Ivanka Trump has long held a prominent place within the business—from signing off on real estate deals, to helping the company secure big-name contracts, to promoting small businesses—but this is the first time that she is being held to account for any alleged malpractice by the Trump family.
The news arrives at an unfortunate time for the Trump family as Ivanka’s husband, Jared Kushner, faces scrutiny related to his role in the Russia scandal. Though Ivanka has not been linked to that investigation, this new information unquestionably adds to the overall tension in the Trump orbit.
Ivanka is expected to make her testimony in New York City in the coming weeks. It is unclear how much this development could affect the case but it is certain to attract a significant amount of press and public attention in the weeks ahead. While the Trump offspring have yet to comment on the news, one thing is for sure—Ivanka’s role in this legal situation is likely to face intense scrutiny in the days ahead.
