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What to know as Trump’s hush-money trial nears its end

May 21, 2024
Guest host Gideon Resnick discusses the developments in Trump's hush-money trial in NY, financial struggles at Red Lobster, and the reopening of portals between NY and Dublin after inappropriate behavior. Cohen's testimony, legal hurdles, and Red Lobster's bankruptcy are key points.
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Quick takeaways

  • Trial involves proving specific intent, credibility of witnesses, challenges in convicting a former president.
  • Red Lobster's bankruptcy attributed to mismanaged promotions, rising costs, and consumer trends during pandemic.

Deep dives

Prosecution's Case in Donald Trump's Trial

The prosecution in Donald Trump's criminal trial rests its case, alleging that Trump falsified business records to conceal a payment to Stormy Daniels, an adult film star. Michael Cohen's testimony plays a critical role as he directly links Trump to the allegedly falsified records. Trump's attorney's attempt to discredit Cohen's credibility, and the defense does not plan to call additional witnesses, indicating Trump may not testify. The trial's difficulty lies in proving a specific intent and convincing the jury to convict a former president.

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