In September 2022, James filed a massive $250 million lawsuit against Trump, perABC News.

If he’s found liable, Trump could be banned from conducting business in the state of New York.

The trial kicked off in a big way.

Donald Trump sitting at civil fraud trial

“This has to do with election interference, plain and simple,” Trump stated, according toCNN.

“Trump is definitely doing his best to remain composed,” Ponce told The List exclusively.

His downright mean mugging of everyone around him was one sign.

Donald Trump entering courthouse

“This is to the point where he most definitely wants to explode.

While some may see worry, there is more of a calculating glare in them.

“He is leaning a bit forward.

Donald Trump during his fraud trial

This is typical of someone who is alert and ready.

In his case, it might be a sign that he is alert and ready to attack.”

If anything, he is preserving his energy until he has the figurative and literal microphone.”

Was Trump’s courtroom presence a calculated move?

Furthermore, his appearance at the hearing served as an additional statement in itself.