During the trial, Prosecutor Joshua Steinglass questioned David Pecker about the story of Dino Sajudin, the doorman who claimed that Donald Trump had fathered a child. This incident marked the first catch and kill deal to be discussed in court.
Pecker recounted how he promptly contacted Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer, to relay the information he received from Dylan Howard, the editor of the National Enquirer. Pecker stated that Cohen's initial response was, 'Absolutely not true, but I’ll check it out.'
The exchange between Pecker and Cohen sheds light on the behind-the-scenes dealings that took place regarding potentially damaging stories about Trump. The testimony provided valuable insight into the practices of media outlets and their relationships with powerful figures.
