Crime boss lawyer Mark Pomerantz hired to investigate former president Donald Trump 22 Feb, 2021 12:26 AM 3 minutes to read Former President Donald Trump walks to board Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House on January 12. Photo / AP Former President Donald Trump walks to board Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House on January 12. Photo / AP news.com.au By: Alexis Carey Donald Trump might have sailed through his second impeachment trial – but he's still facing a looming legal nightmare over his murky business dealings. The 74-year-old made headline after headline following his stunning election defeat and refusal to accept it, followed by the shocking January 6 Capitol riots and his role in inciting it. Now Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance has been quietly bolstering his investigation into the former president's financial affairs.