Michael Cohen to testify in Trump hush money trial on Monday: Live updates

Former President Donald Trump made a bold statement during his ongoing New York hush money trial, claiming that he would be “proud to go to jail for our Constitution.” The trial, which has been filled with fiery testimonies and emotional moments, took a dramatic turn as Trump expressed his willingness to face jail time for what he believes in.

The trial, which included testimony from porn star Stormy Daniels and Trump’s former “gatekeeper” Madeleine Westerhout, has been closely watched by the public. Daniels sparred with defense attorney Susan Necheles over inconsistencies in her accounts, while Westerhout tearfully recounted her time working for the former president.

Judge Juan Merchan has denied a mistrial motion from the defense and rejected a request to lift the gag order imposed on Trump. Meanwhile, ex-Trump “fixer” Michael Cohen is set to testify next, with instructions from the judge to refrain from discussing the defendant before his appearance.

The trial has also brought attention to Allen Weisselberg, the former CFO of the Trump Organization, who is currently in jail after pleading guilty to perjury in a separate case. Prosecutors want to explain to jurors why Weisselberg won’t be testifying, but Trump’s attorneys are concerned about a severance agreement that could impact his testimony.

As the trial continues to unfold, Trump’s bold statement about being willing to go to jail for the Constitution has captured the attention of many, adding another layer of intrigue to the high-profile case. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.