During the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, the Manhattan District Attorney's office presented key exhibits as evidence on Thursday. One of the exhibits showcased a photo of David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, alongside Trump at the White House, shedding light on their relationship.
Another significant exhibit was the licensing agreement between American Media Inc. and Playboy playmate Karen McDougal. Pecker, in his testimony, revealed that he had negotiated a deal with McDougal, offering her $150,000 for the rights to her story about an alleged affair with Trump.
The agreement, dated August 5, 2016, not only outlined the financial terms but also included provisions for McDougal to contribute a monthly column on aging and fitness to Star and OK Magazines, further deepening the intricacies of the arrangement.
Moreover, the exhibits featured the invoice for the payment made to McDougal's lawyer, Keith Davidson, adding a financial trail to the proceedings. Alongside these documents, various text messages and other pertinent records were also included, painting a comprehensive picture of the events surrounding the alleged hush money transactions.
