Donald Trump and Michael Cohen meet in person during the New York trial for fraud.
2021 impeachment trial.
On Tuesday, former attorney and prominent accuser Michael Cohen will testify against former President Donald Trump at his 2021 impeachment trial.
Trial for fraud in New York .
Cohen, known as Trump’s “fixer” for an extended period of time, is a crucial source of evidence against Trump in both a civil case in New York and a separate criminal case in Manhattan. In the civil case, Cohen was scheduled to provide testimony regarding supposed discussions with Trump and others about statements regarding financial situations.
Cohen testified after midday, after another witness had already testified earlier in the morning. When he entered the large courtroom, Trump did not look at him. Cohen seemed to take a quick look around.
The individual is accountable for committing fraudulent acts. The legal proceedings are still ongoing regarding other claims, such as tampering with documentation, colluding in illegal activities, and deceiving insurance companies.
Originally, Cohen was scheduled to testify on October 17th, but his illness caused a delay. Trump, who is not obligated to be present at the trial, attended and openly ridiculed Cohen in front of reporters, claiming that Cohen lacked the courage to confront him.
On that day, Cohen responded to Trump’s message in a text to CBS News.
Cohen stated that he would not have achieved success in writing two New York Times bestsellers, testifying before the Mueller team, appearing before seven congressional committees, making 23 appearances before the Manhattan DA, and providing information to the NYAG if he was afraid of Donald. He also expressed anticipation for their upcoming court appearance.
this civil investigation and a criminal investigation
Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan District Attorney, is leading the team.
The investigation led to the initial charging of a former US president, marking a historic event. In April, Trump pleaded not guilty to 34 charges of falsifying business records.
Trump has refuted any wrongdoing in both instances, as well as three additional charges, alleging that prosecutors working with his political adversaries have conspired to hinder his potential return to the presidency in the 2024 election.
Trump and attorneys for him and his co-defendants, who all deny wrongdoing in the case, have derided Cohen as a flawed witness, who shouldn’t be trusted, due to his criminal history. Cohen entered a guilty plea in 2018
for breaking laws related to federal campaign finances and evading taxes.
Before that particular case, Cohen had been one of Trump’s most dependable employees and advisors for many years. He was known as a “fixer” who could handle important matters, whether they were public or private.
Cohen has become a strong opponent of Trump, using his podcast to regularly discuss Trump’s legal issues and openly criticize the former leader in a harsh and negative manner.
On Tuesday, the state’s lawyers will inquire if he has firsthand information regarding Trump’s purported participation in fraudulent activities. Cohen has consistently claimed that he does.
Graham Kates
Source: cbsnews.com