Trump attacks wife of New York fraud trial judge as appeals court considers gag order

Former President Donald Trump has set his sights on the wife of a New York Supreme Court justice presiding over his $250 million fraud trial.

On his Truth Social platform on Tuesday, Trump shared at least four links about Justice Arthur Engoron's wife, Dawn Marie Engoron.

The reports were based on conservative activist Laura Loomer's claim that Dawn Marie Engoron had shared derogatory information about the former president on social media. The Engorons have not confirmed ownership of the social media account or any connection to the posts.

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One post said, "F--k Trump," while another showed him in prison garb. Other posts mocked Trump attorney Alina Habba's performance in court.

Trump's attacks on the judge's wife come as he awaits the ruling of an appeals court on a gag order preventing him from referencing court staff. The gag order, which has been temporarily suspended, does not mention the family of court staff.

For his part, Trump has said the gag order is not necessary because his attacks do not rise to the level of threats.