Trump defends business empire during hours of heated testimony

Former President Donald Trump did not hold back criticism on the witness stand Monday as he testified during a contentious day in court for the civil fraud case brought against him over claims that he for years exaggerated his wealth.

Trump at times railed against Judge Arthur Engoron and Attorney General Letitia James, the latter of whom sat at the front of the Manhattan courtroom, leaving observers astonished at his candor as he defended the financial management of his premier assets.

The former president challenged both the substance and the...