In the ongoing hush money trial involving former President Donald Trump, his estranged ex-lawyer Michael Cohen testified in court regarding Donald Trump’s reaction to the Stormy Daniels scandal. Michael Cohen recalled Donald Trump’s concern that “women will hate me” after learning of Stormy Daniels’ intention to reveal their alleged 2006 sexual encounter to tabloids.
Michael Cohen stated that Donald Trump approved the $130,000 hush money payment to Stormy Daniels to prevent potential damage to his 2016 presidential campaign. According to Michael Cohen, Trump believed the scandal could be catastrophic for his candidacy.
Donald Trump, who denies any sexual encounter with Stormy Daniels, faces 34 counts of falsifying business records related to the payment. He maintains his innocence, dismissing the trial as politically motivated.
Michael Cohen’s testimony shed light on Donald Trump’s involvement in orchestrating payments to suppress damaging stories, including those involving former Playboy model Karen McDougal. Donald Trump’s preference for phone communication over email was also revealed during the proceedings.
The trial continues as Michael Cohen’s testimony offers insights into the inner workings of Donald Trump’s efforts to manage potentially damaging revelations during his presidential campaign.
