Former President Donald Trump’s defense team went on the offensive during the ongoing hush money case, attacking the credibility of prosecutors’ first witness. David Pecker, the former National Enquirer publisher, was grilled on his memory and past statements during his testimony, shedding light on the supermarket tabloid’s “catch-and-kill” practice of burying negative stories.
Trump, who denies any wrongdoing, criticized the prosecution after leaving the courthouse, stating that his dealings with Pecker were aimed at protecting his reputation and not his campaign. However, Pecker acknowledged inconsistencies in his statements during cross-examination by Trump’s lawyer.
The trial also saw testimony from Trump’s longtime executive assistant Rhona Graff, who revealed details about contact information for Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal. The case is set to resume next week with the testimony of a banker, Gary Farro.
In a separate legal battle, the Supreme Court seems to be leaning towards rejecting immunity claims in an election interference case against Trump. The former president is facing a total of 34 felony counts in the hush money payments case, with his defense focusing on a nonprosecution agreement between the government and American Media Inc., the parent company of the National Enquirer.
Pecker admitted feeling pressure to finalize a deal to sell his company amidst ongoing investigations, adding another layer of complexity to the legal battles facing Trump. The trial continues to provide a detailed glimpse into the intricate web of accusations and defenses surrounding the former president. Stay tuned to KP INSIDER for the latest updates on this consequential week for Donald Trump.
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