Former President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at a construction site in New York before heading to his hush money trial, where former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker testified about a “catch-and-kill” scheme involving Mr. Trump and his former attorney Michael Cohen. The trial, now in its seventh day, is also facing a ruling from New York Justice Juan Merchan on a possible contempt charge against Mr. Trump for violating a gag order on social media.
In Arizona, 11 local Republicans and Trump allies have been indicted for their involvement in a failed “fake elector” plot to falsely certify Mr. Trump’s victory in the 2020 election. Meanwhile, in Washington DC, Trump’s legal team is set to argue in front of the US Supreme Court for his “presidential immunity” defense against prosecution.
Live updates from the Manhattan courthouse are being provided by Alex Woodward, as Pecker continues to testify about his dealings with Trump, Cohen, and payments made to silence stories about the former president’s alleged affairs. The trial is shedding light on the intricate web of agreements and transactions that took place behind the scenes, with implications for both Mr. Trump and his associates.
As the trial unfolds, the public is eagerly awaiting the outcome of these proceedings, which could have far-reaching implications for the former president and those involved in the hush money scandal. Stay tuned for more updates as the trial progresses.