Today, Donald Trump returned to court as his criminal hush money trial resumed with his former fixer Michael Cohen back on the stand. The big question remains whether prosecutors can overcome the hit to Cohen's credibility during cross-examination. Last week, the defense used Cohen's text messages against him to highlight potential inconsistencies in his story.
The drama continues this week as it remains unclear whether Donald Trump will take the stand in his defense. Cohen's cross-examination resumed this morning, promising more intense questioning. As the trial enters its fifth week, the end seems to be in sight.
During last Thursday's crucial cross-examination, Defense Attorney Todd Blanch accused Cohen of lying about a pivotal conversation with Trump regarding hush money payments to Stormy Daniels. Today, we can expect further probing by Blanch as Cohen returns to the stand for more cross-examination, likely followed by a redirect from the prosecution.
It is anticipated that the prosecution will wrap up its case at some point today, paving the way for the defense to present its case. The defense's strategy remains uncertain, with the possibility of calling witnesses such as a campaign finance expert or even Trump himself taking the stand.
The judge has indicated a desire for closing arguments to potentially take place tomorrow, signaling that the trial may be reaching its conclusion soon. With three court days this week and a break on Wednesday and Friday, the case could potentially go to the jury by the end of the week or spill over into the following week.
As the prosecution prepares to conclude its case with Cohen's testimony, the trial inches closer to a resolution. Stay tuned for further updates as court proceedings unfold.
