In a high-stakes civil fraud trial led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, former President Donald Trump is set to testify on Monday, potentially impacting his business empire's future. This case, accusing Trump and co-defendants of fraudulent asset inflation to secure favorable loan and insurance terms, has already seen a pre-trial verdict holding them liable. As Trump faces a hostile examination, his responses could not only influence this case's outcome but also set a precedent for his upcoming criminal trials amidst a 2024 presidential campaign bid.