Cohen testifies that he created false invoices as reimbursement for hush money

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Michael Cohen testified about the intent behind Donald Trump's payments and the trial involves multiple counts under the original indictment related to falsifying business records and repaying Cohen, revealing various payments for hush money and taxes.

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  • Michael Cohen testified about the intent behind Donald Trump's payments, revealing discussions of legal services and monthly payments.
  • The trial encompasses 34 counts from the original indictment, with various counts focusing on falsifying business records and repaying Michael Cohen through payments like those to Stormy Daniels and for taxes.

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Recent questions

  • What did Michael Cohen testify about?

    Intent behind Donald Trump's payment to Stormy Daniels.

  • How many counts are involved in the trial?

    34 counts under the original indictment.

  • What were the details of the payments made?

    $50,000 to Red Finch, $130,000 to Stormy Daniels, $60,000 in bonuses, and $420,000 to cover Michael Cohen's taxes.

  • What was the focus of the counts related to the trial?

    Falsifying business records and repaying Michael Cohen.

  • What was discussed during the meeting at Trump Tower?

    Legal services rendered and monthly payments of $35,000.

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Michael Cohen testifies about Trump's payments

  • Michael Cohen testified about the intent behind Donald Trump's payment to Stormy Daniels, mentioning a meeting at Trump Tower where they discussed legal services rendered and monthly payments of $35,000.
  • The trial involves 34 counts under the original indictment, with 12 counts related to ledgers, 11 counts for invoices, and 11 counts for checks, all focusing on falsifying business records and repaying Michael Cohen.
  • Testimony in court revealed details of payments made, including $50,000 to Red Finch, $130,000 to Stormy Daniels, $60,000 in bonuses, and $420,000 to cover Michael Cohen's taxes, all part of falsifying business records and reimbursement for hush money.
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