Jury hears secret recording of Trump discussing catch-and-kill payment
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Michael Cohen testifies in Trump's hush money trial, potentially impacting the outcome with details about daily interactions with Trump. The defense aims to question Cohen's credibility and stability, while notable figures, including Melania and Ivanka Trump, show varying levels of support in court.
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- Michael Cohen's frequent communication with Donald Trump poses a challenge for the defense, making it difficult to argue that Trump was unaware of Cohen's actions.
- The defense strategy in the trial revolves around discrediting Michael Cohen's credibility by questioning his stability and portraying him as the mastermind behind the scheme involving Trump, highlighting the importance of the jury in interpreting potentially controversial information.
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Recent questions
Who is testifying in Trump's hush money trial?
Michael Cohen
What is the focus of the trial's progression?
Doorman's jewelry and Karen McDougal's story
How is Cohen's credibility being challenged?
Past lies and stability questioned
Who is visibly supporting Trump in court?
Eric Trump
What role does the jury play in the trial?
Interpreting controversial information
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