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6 AM ET: Michael Cohen back, wildfires air quality, Red Lobster closures & more
May 14, 2024
Former attorney to ex-President Donald Trump, Michael Cohen, is testifying against him today. Topics include the hush money payment to an adult film star, Israel's military actions near Gaza, Canada's wildfire crisis, Arizona's delayed abortion ban, and Red Lobster closures
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- Michael Cohen's testimony implicates Trump in alleged hush money scheme with Stormy Daniels, revealing potential legal consequences.
- Israel's military preparing for possible ground operation in Gaza raises concerns for civilian safety amidst US push for political resolution.
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Michael Cohen's Testimony and Allegations Against Trump
Michael Cohen testified that Donald Trump instructed him to pay Stormy Daniels hush money before the 2016 election, alleging that Trump then promised to reimburse him. Cohen's testimony aligns with the prosecution's claims of illegal activities by Trump to conceal the payments. This episode sheds light on the legal implications surrounding Trump's involvement and denial of the alleged affair with Daniels.
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