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Trump's Terms

Day two of Stormy Daniels testimony in hush money trial

May 9, 2024
NPR reporter Andrea Bernstein discusses Stormy Daniels' second day of testimony in the hush money trial, highlighting inconsistencies and defense tactics. Topics include Daniels' motives, book deal, and documentary. Courtroom drama and implications for Trump's reputation are explored.
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Quick takeaways

  • Despite defense attempts to question her credibility, Stormy Daniels maintained her story about being paid hush money by Trump.
  • Judge denied lifting gag order in Trump's trial, citing concerns of deterrence to future witnesses by Trump's responses.

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Cross-examination of Stormy Daniels

The defense in Donald Trump's New York criminal trial concluded their cross-examination of Stormy Daniels. Despite facing questions about inconsistencies in her accounts of a sexual encounter with Trump, Daniels maintained her story about being paid to keep quiet during the 2016 campaign. They highlighted discrepancies in Daniels' past interviews and social media posts to challenge her credibility and motives, suggesting she was driven by financial gain.

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