During the ongoing legal proceedings involving former President Donald Trump, attorney Emil Bove has raised questions about Michael Avenatti and his representation of Stormy Daniels. Bove inquired with Keith Davidson, Daniels' former publicist, about Avenatti's impact on the relationship between Daniels and Gina Rodriguez, her then-publicist.
Davidson acknowledged that he vaguely recalls mentioning Avenatti driving a wedge between Daniels and Rodriguez, stating, 'Sounds like something I recall, yes.'
For context, in 2022, Michael Avenatti was sentenced to 14 years in prison and ordered to pay nearly $11 million in restitution for embezzling funds from four clients and obstructing justice. Avenatti pleaded guilty to multiple counts of wire fraud and obstruction, related to stealing from clients and impeding the IRS' efforts to collect unpaid taxes.
The sentencing marked a significant legal downfall for Avenatti, once a prominent figure in the legal and media spheres. His actions not only led to financial harm to his clients but also hindered the IRS in its tax collection efforts.
