The Daily The Indictment of Donald Trump
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Mar 31, 2023 Ben Protess, an investigative reporter for The New York Times, dives into the historic indictment of Donald Trump, the first former president to face criminal charges. They discuss the hush money payments linked to the 2016 election and the potential legal ramifications. Protess unpacks the complexities of the case, including challenges in proving felony charges amidst overlapping state and federal laws. The conversation highlights the political implications for the upcoming 2024 presidential race and Trump’s claims of political persecution.
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Stormy Daniels Affair
- In 2006, Donald Trump and Stormy Daniels allegedly had an affair.
- During the 2016 election, Trump's lawyer paid Daniels hush money to prevent her from speaking out.
Case Revival
- The Manhattan DA revived the hush-money case after federal prosecutors dropped it due to Trump's presidency.
- Initially, the DA focused on Trump's business practices but faced pressure to pursue the hush-money case.
Evidence and Testimony
- The DA's case relies heavily on Michael Cohen's testimony, who claims Trump directed the hush-money payment.
- Cohen met with the DA's office multiple times and testified before the grand jury.