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Episodes
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May 16, 2024 • 4min
Trump's defense tries to cast doubt on Michael Cohen's credibility
NPR political reporter Ximena Bustillo discusses Trump's defense questioning Michael Cohen's credibility in hush money trial. Topics include cross-examination, Cohen's criminal history, and what's next in the trial.
May 14, 2024 • 9min
Trump's defense team grills Michael Cohen in cross-examination
Former Trump fixer Michael Cohen testifies against his ex-boss, discusses mislabeled checks and loyalty. Trump's defense grills Cohen on social media statements and desire to see Trump in jail. Cohen expected to be final prosecution witness. Topics: Cohen's testimony, cross-examination
May 13, 2024 • 11min
Former fixer Michael Cohen takes the stand in Trump's criminal trial
Former fixer Michael Cohen provides firsthand account of negotiations with Stormy Daniels on the stand. Discussion on the necessity of Cohen's testimony and defense's cross-examination strategy. Insight into personal dynamics between Cohen and Trump during hush-money negotiations.
May 11, 2024 • 20min
Stormy moments in Trump's hush money trial
NPR's Domenico Montanaro and Boston University's Jed Shugerman discuss Stormy Daniels' testimony in Trump's hush money trial, Michael Cohen's upcoming testimony, and the impact on Trump's defense team. The trial focuses on a payment made years after the alleged encounter between Trump and Daniels, with legal implications and potential outcomes being analyzed.
May 9, 2024 • 5min
Day two of Stormy Daniels testimony in hush money trial
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.
May 8, 2024 • 9min
An indefinite delay in Florida, an appeal granted in Georgia
NPR Justice Correspondent Carrie Johnson discusses the indefinite delay in Trump's Florida trial over classified documents and an appeal granted in Georgia regarding election interference. Topics include legal battles, delays, biased prosecution concerns, and intricate legal complexities in Trump's trials.
May 7, 2024 • 9min
Tensions flare as Stormy Daniels testifies about Trump and hush money scheme
Adult film actress Stormy Daniels testifies about alleged sexual encounter and hush money payment with Trump. Tensions rise as defense objects to detailed testimony. Former White House counsel discusses Trump's potential jail time for violating gag order. Can Trump be sent to jail?
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May 6, 2024 • 5min
After 10th gag order violation, judge threatens Trump with jail
All Things Considered host Ari Shapiro and NPR journalist Andrea Bernstein discuss Judge Merchan threatening to jail Trump for violating gag order. They explore the consequences, differences from past clashes with judges, and Monday's testimonies in the New York trial.
May 4, 2024 • 27min
Tearful testimony and a contempt of court ruling
NPR reporter Ximena Bustillo and former NY Prosecutor Tristan Snell discuss Hope Hicks' emotional testimony in Trump's hush money trial, Judge's contempt ruling, and prosecutors seeking second contempt charge. Insights into campaign chaos, legal strategies, and intense courtroom dynamics unfold in this dramatic episode.
May 2, 2024 • 5min
Jurors hear secret recording of Trump discussing payment to former Playboy model
NPR correspondent Andrea Bernstein joins to discuss dramatic audio of Trump and Cohen talking about payments to former Playboy model. Topics include Davidson's testimony, tape played for the jury, and the combative cross-examination. Dive into the details of the hush money settlements with Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal, including Michael Cohen's involvement and post-election night concerns.
