During his testimony, Michael Cohen revealed how he first started working for Donald Trump. He explained that after resolving a co-op board situation, he assisted Trump with various legal matters.
When questioned by prosecutor Susan Hoffinger about whether he was compensated for his services at the time, Cohen responded in the negative, stating, 'No ma’am.'
This revelation sheds light on the early stages of Cohen's professional relationship with Trump and highlights the nature of the legal assistance he provided. Cohen's testimony provides insight into the dynamics of their working relationship and the nature of the tasks he undertook on Trump's behalf.