Donald Trump says he took the fifth amendment in New York investigation

The New York civil investigation, led by attorney general Letitia James, involves allegations that Mr Trump’s company, the Trump Organisation, misstated the value of prized assets like golf courses and skyscrapers, misleading lenders and tax authorities.

Former President Donald Trump waves as he departs Trump Tower, Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, in New York, on his way to the New York attorney general's office for a deposition in a civil investigation. Picture: AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson

Former US president Donald Trump said he invoked the fifth amendment and would not answer questions under oath in the long-running New York civil investigation into his business dealings.

Mr Trump arrived at New York attorney general Letitia James’ offices in a motorcade shortly before 9am on Wednesday, saying more than an hour later he “declined to answer the questions under the rights and privileges afforded to every citizen under the United States Constitution”.