Exploring the involvement of the National Enquirer in purchasing stories about Trump's affairs, including payments to Stormy Daniels and the complexities of the reimbursement process. Delving into legal intricacies, witness testimonies, and the prosecutor's strategy in building a case surrounding payoffs and election crimes.
The prosecution and the defense both opened their cases on Monday in the first criminal trial of Donald Trump.
Jonah Bromwich, who watched from inside the courtroom, walks us through the arguments.
Guest: Jonah E. Bromwich, a reporter for The New York Times covering criminal justice in New York.
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