During the trial, Prosecutor Susan Hoffinger presented Michael Cohen with the January 30 Stormy Daniels statement, which was issued prior to her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel's show. Cohen admitted that he felt the need for another official statement from Daniels to address ongoing media scrutiny surrounding the issue. He acknowledged that he was the one who crafted the statement, despite knowing it contained false information.
Specifically, Hoffinger questioned Cohen about the statement's claim that Stormy Daniels did not receive hush money. Cohen openly admitted that he was aware of the falsehood in the statement, stating, 'Because I'm the one who paid it.'
The revelation during the trial shed light on Cohen's direct involvement in orchestrating deceptive statements to conceal the truth about the hush money payment to Stormy Daniels. This testimony further underscored the extent to which Cohen was willing to go to protect his client's interests, even if it meant perpetuating falsehoods.
The exchange between Hoffinger and Cohen highlighted the deceptive tactics employed in an attempt to cover up the hush money payment, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of the intricate web of deceit surrounding the case. As the trial continued, more revelations were expected to come to light, providing further insight into the complex legal proceedings and the individuals involved.
