Hush Money Trial of Donald Trump

Prosecutors in the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump argue that Stormy Daniels' story was hidden from the public in 2016, with evidence of false business records and intent to cover up a conspiracy. Trump's defense claims innocence, pointing to lack of direct involvement and manipulation of evidence.

Donald Trump's criminal trial involving hush money payment to Stormy Daniels

Prosecutors plan to call only two more witnesses in Donald Trump's criminal trial, including his former lawyer Michael Cohen. Cohen's hush money payment to Stormy Daniels is central to the trial. Trump's attorneys complain about Cohen insulting Trump on social media due to a gag order. Lead prosecutor says they cannot control witnesses' speech. Testimony features a former top Oval Office aide who describes Trump as upset over the Daniels hush money scandal. Defense attorneys argue the payment was meant to protect Trump's family and campaign. Trump is charged with falsifying business records about hush money payments to influence the 2016 election.