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The Make-or-Break Testimony of Michael Cohen

The Daily

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Unveiling the Impetus Behind the Stormy Daniels Payoff

The Access Hollywood tape, revealing Trump's derogatory remarks towards women, is highlighted as a pivotal moment in the campaign. Cohen's testimony indicates that Trump feared women's backlash post-tape release. This fear led Cohen to initiate the hush money payment to Stormy Daniels, pending Trump's approval. Cohen intentionally delayed the payment process, even using a Jewish holiday as an excuse, as part of the strategy. Trump discussed the situation with his advisors before the payoff decision.

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