Fact-checking Trump's claims about New York fraud trial

Donald Trump made a passionate opening statement, of sorts, on the first day of his fraud trial in New York.

The former president was not giving evidence - instead, he stopped just outside the courtroom to address reporters before the historic hearing began.

After a few stern looks at the camera, he launched into a lengthy preview of what his lawyers are expected to argue during the civil case again him, his two adult sons and the Trump Organization.

He also lobbed accusations against New York Attorney General Letitia James, who brought the fraud charges and is seeking a fine of $250m (£207m), and Judge Arthur Engoron who already ruled last week that Mr Trump and his business had committed fraud.