The former CEO of the National Enquirer is back on the stand, testifying in court. The judge has warned the ex-president’s lawyer that his arguments on the gag order are damaging his credibility.
The trial has resumed with testimony from Pecker and a hearing on the gag order. Stay updated with our free Trump on Trial newsletter.
Donald Trump made an appearance in Judge Juan Merchan’s courtroom, dressed in a navy suit, white shirt, and red tie, exuding a sense of weariness.
Merchan will soon decide whether to hold the ex-president in contempt for repeatedly violating the gag order that prohibits him from disparaging witnesses in his hush-money trial.
Trump has raised concerns about Michael Cohen’s lies in the previous trial, questioning when those will be addressed. He insists on his right to defend his family, reputation, and brand.
Despite the sensational nature of her testimony, it is argued that Stormy Daniels’ lack of knowledge about the case’s details renders her statements irrelevant.
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2024-04-23 13:17:15
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