The Megyn Kelly Show

Cohen Admits to Stealing From Trump, and Protecting Women's Sports, with Sens. Ted Cruz and Katie Britt, and Riley Gaines | Ep. 796

May 20, 2024
Ted Cruz, a conservative U.S. Senator from Texas, and Katie Britt, a family-focused Senator from Alabama, dive into the legal drama surrounding Michael Cohen's testimony against Trump, suggesting it might backfire on the prosecution. Riley Gaines, a former collegiate swimmer, shares her harrowing experience of competing against a transgender athlete, advocating fiercely for fairness in women’s sports. They discuss the political landscape, the importance of protecting IVF rights, and the ongoing challenges of maintaining women's spaces in sports amidst rising tensions.
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ANECDOTE

Cohen's Theft

  • Michael Cohen admitted to stealing $30,000 from Trump by inflating a reimbursement request.
  • This involved a $50,000 request for a $20,000 payment made to rig polls and create a pro-Cohen hashtag.
INSIGHT

Campaign Finance Testimony

  • The judge's refusal to allow testimony on campaign finance law from expert Brad Smith is questionable.
  • Smith's expertise could clarify whether Trump's payment to Cohen was a campaign expense based on its nature, not Trump's intent.
ANECDOTE

Cohen's Teenager Story

  • Michael Cohen's testimony about a harassing teenager revealed inconsistencies about a call to Trump's bodyguard.
  • This further damaged Cohen's credibility, as he claimed the call was about Stormy Daniels but evidence suggested it concerned the teen.
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