In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump has received a major break in his New York civil fraud case. The hefty multi-million-dollar bond originally set at $454 million has been drastically reduced to $175 million following a successful appeal.

The decision, made by a New York appeals court, not only provides Trump with a significant financial relief but also grants him an additional 10 days to gather the necessary funds. This comes as a relief for Trump, as his legal team had previously encountered difficulties securing the required amount.

Just days ago, Trump’s lawyers revealed that he was struggling to come up with the cash even to appeal the ruling against him. Insurers were hesitant to provide assistance, leaving Trump in a precarious position. Despite approaching a considerable number of underwriters, his efforts were met with little success. Finding a bonding company willing to handle such a substantial amount seemed nearly impossible.

However, with this recent development, it seems that Trump has been thrown a lifeline. The appeals court recognized the exorbitant nature of the original bond and provided him with the opportunity to pay a more reasonable amount. According to reports, it is believed that Trump should be able to fulfill this new obligation. As it stands, he still has the means to continue his legal battle and face the charges against him.