During a recent court testimony, Michael Cohen, former attorney to Donald Trump, revealed details of a conversation between Trump and himself regarding the payment for the Karen McDougal story. The conversation, which was recorded, captured Trump inquiring about a $150,000 payment related to the story.
Cohen testified that Trump was already aware of the amount due to a prior discussion with another individual named David. This prior conversation led Trump to mention the specific amount of $150,000 during the call.
On the recorded call, Trump can be heard instructing Cohen to 'pay with cash.' Cohen later clarified that while cash payments could avoid paper trails, he did not consider it the most appropriate method for the transaction.
The revelation of this conversation sheds light on the efforts made to handle sensitive matters discreetly. The use of cash for payments, as suggested by Trump, raises questions about the transparency and legality of such financial transactions.
As the legal proceedings continue, more details may emerge regarding the interactions between Trump and his associates in handling potentially damaging stories. The implications of these revelations could have far-reaching consequences on the ongoing investigations and public perception of those involved.
