Pod Save America Michael Cohen Incriminates Trump
May 14, 2024
Former Trump fixer Michael Cohen takes the stand, revealing hush money details that could change the game for Trump. There's a dive into Biden's lagging poll numbers, especially among younger voters and demographics of color. Rep. Colin Allred shares insights on his Senate race against Ted Cruz, sparking discussions about border security and Biden's controversial weapon transfer pause to Israel. The complexities of the Israel-Gaza conflict and calls for compassionate immigration reform also steal the spotlight.
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Cohen's Testimony
- Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer, testified about Trump's involvement in hush money payments.
- Cohen claims Trump directed the payments to hide the Stormy Daniels story from voters, fearing electoral consequences.
Cohen's Credibility
- Prosecutors used Cohen to corroborate existing evidence, minimizing his credibility issues.
- His testimony linked Trump directly to the scheme and confirmed Trump's electoral motivations.
Trump's Cheering Section
- Senators J.D. Vance and Tommy Tuberville attended the trial seemingly as Trump's emotional support.
- They also attacked witnesses and jurors, possibly circumventing Trump's gag order.