Consider This from NPR Here are three possible outcomes in the Trump hush money trial
May 24, 2024
Scott Detrow chats with Harry Litman, a former Deputy Assistant Attorney General, who brings his legal expertise to the Trump hush money trial. Litman predicts a jury conviction while outlining alternative possible outcomes. He dives deep into the courtroom dynamics and the contrasting strategies of the prosecution and defense. The discussion also covers the trial's potential implications on the political landscape and the challenges faced by defense in countering the prosecution's compelling narrative.
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Defense Missteps
- The Trump lawyers missed crucial opportunities during the trial.
- Their cross-examination lacked focus and they failed to present a clear counter-narrative.
Prosecution's Strong Narrative
- The prosecution presented a strong, coherent narrative throughout the trial.
- The defense, however, lacked a clear counter-narrative, relying solely on discrediting Michael Cohen.
Costello Debacle
- Calling Robert Costello as a witness was a strategic blunder by the defense.
- Costello's testimony ultimately bolstered the prosecution's case by highlighting Trump's attempts to obstruct justice.