Ivanka Trump is not a defendant in the case, and her attorney challenged the subpoena for her testify. Friday, the judge heard arguments about this and ruled that Ivanka Trump can be compelled to testify as soon as Wednesday, Nov. 1.

Judge Engoron noted that this still gives her enough time to file an appeal of his decision, which could push her testimony back.

Ivanka Trump’s attorney, Bennet Moskowitz, argued that the attorney general lacked jurisdiction over her because she doesn’t live in New York, and her New York businesses aren’t party to the case.

[This seems like a strange demand. If Ivanka didn’t participate in these businesses, why would her testimony be material to the case? If she did participate in the core Trump Organization during the periods in question, though, it’s more understandable. The appeal will clarify this more, I’d bet. For the moment, this looks more punitive than material. — Ed]