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By Alex Backus and Katherine Fung
New York City – Prosecutors’ star witness, Michael Cohen, is currently testifying in the criminal hush money trial against former President Donald Trump. Newsweek has a reporter in the courtroom providing live updates
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Key Moments from the Trial:
1. Jury Listens to Recording of Trump and Cohen’s Conversation
During a lunch break, Michael Cohen revealed that David Pecker expressed anger over not being reimbursed for the Karen McDougal deal. Cohen assured Pecker that Trump would pay him back, and to reinforce this, he had recorded a conversation between himself and Trump. The jury is now hearing this recording, with Cohen emphasizing that Trump was unaware it was being captured. When asked about Trump’s mention of “pay with cash,” Cohen explained it as a way to avoid paper transactions.
2. Eric Trump Reacts
Donald Trump has yet to open his eyes during the first hour of Cohen’s testimony. His son, Eric Trump, posted on social media, calling Cohen’s performance “more rehearsed.” Meanwhile, Sen. J.D. Vance is also in court, expressing his belief that the trial aims for psychological torture. He criticized the narrative that pits Biden against another candidate, calling it absurd.
3. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis’ Experience
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis of New York shared her experience entering the courthouse. She described court officers prohibiting her from standing with President Trump during media interactions due to “security concerns.” The courthouse is barricaded to prevent Trump supporters from being seen, creating a false perception of lack of support.
Cohen’s Collaboration with National Enquirer
Michael Cohen worked closely with David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, and Dylan Howard, the then editor-in-chief. They informed him of a doorman story related to an alleged Trump love child. Cohen suggested a $1 million penalty for violating the doorman agreement and proposed no end date for the life rights.
Stay tuned for further updates as the trial unfolds.
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