Podcast Summary
Michael Cohen's associate admits to falsifying documents related to 2020 Georgia electoral votes: A former business associate of Michael Cohen pleaded guilty to conspiring to file false documents regarding the 2020 Georgia electoral votes, potentially implicating others in ongoing investigations.
Michael Cohen's former business associate, Ken Chesbro, admitted to conspiring to file false documents related to the 2020 Georgia electoral votes, implicating himself in the process. Although he didn't name any other individuals, his cooperation with the prosecutors could have wider implications, especially in the ongoing investigations in the District of Columbia. It's important to note that what someone pleads guilty to and what they discuss in their cooperation with the prosecutors are two distinct matters. While Chesbro's lawyer downplayed the significance of the guilty plea, it's crucial to understand that this is just the beginning of the story.
Ken Chesebro's Testimony to Extend Beyond Fake Certificates Case: Ken Chesebro's cooperation with Georgia and federal prosecutors will cover all aspects of his knowledge and involvement in election interference efforts, potentially implicating Donald Trump himself.
Ken Chesebro's testimony in the ongoing investigation into election interference will not be limited to just the fake electoral certificates case. He is expected to testify extensively about his involvement in the broader scheme, including his interactions with John Eastman and Donald Trump's team, and deliver documents related to the Rico conspiracy and the alternate elector scheme. Despite the misleading impression given in a recent clip, Chesebro's cooperation with the Georgia and federal prosecutors will cover all aspects of his knowledge and involvement in the election interference efforts. The documents he holds, some of which may be subject to attorney-client privilege, could potentially implicate Donald Trump himself.
Stripping the Attorney-Client Privilege in Criminal Cases: The attorney-client privilege can be lost if either party is involved in a crime or fraud, allowing prosecutors access to related documents and testimony from witnesses, even those who have pleaded guilty.
The attorney-client privilege can be stripped if either the lawyer or client is involved in a crime or fraud. This means that any emails or documents related to such criminal activity can be accessed by prosecutors, regardless of the specific count or type of plea deal involved. The testimony of witnesses who have pleaded guilty, including lawyers like Sidney Powell, is still valid and can be used in court to discuss their observations and participation in the crime, further eroding the attorney-client privilege for those implicated. It's essential to understand that the scope of the privilege does not limit the topics a witness can testify about based on their plea deal. This information is crucial for those concerned with the potential implications of criminal activity on attorney-client privilege and the accessibility of related documents. Moreover, it's worth mentioning that MOINK, a company delivering high-quality meat from small family farms, provides an interesting contrast to the complex legal discussions. The MOINK movement aims to support family farms and offer top-tier meat products while ensuring transparency and ethical farming practices. This simple yet impactful business model serves as a reminder that understanding the origins of our food and supporting local producers can lead to better outcomes for all involved.
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Legal troubles of Trump's lawyers challenge his claims of a rigged election: Trump's repeated claims of a rigged election are weakened by the legal issues facing his lawyers, making it difficult for him to claim he relied on their advice in good faith
Donald Trump's claims of a rigged election and his use of the advice of counsel defense in relation to the investigations against him are significantly undermined due to the legal troubles of his lawyers. Trump's repeated assertions that the election was not fair and square have been a consistent theme in his public appearances. However, the destruction of the attorney-client privilege due to the plea deals and indictments of his lawyers, including Sydney Powell and Kenneth Chesebro, makes it challenging for him to claim that he was relying on their legal advice in good faith. The advice of counsel defense requires full disclosure and trust between the client and their legal representation. With several of Trump's lawyers facing legal issues, it becomes difficult for him to argue that he relied on their counsel without holding back crucial information or doubting their advice.
Impact of plea deals on Hespero and Powell's cases: Despite their criminal records, the significance of Hespero and Powell's plea deals lies in the information they will share, including conversations with Trump, privileged documents, and testimony beyond the specific felony counts.
The plea deals of Kent Hespero and Sidney Powell do not necessarily reflect the quality or significance of the information they possess. Hespero's felony conviction and Powell's misdemeanor should not be oversimplified as indicators of insignificant information. Hespero's felony deal was the best his lawyer could negotiate, and after completing probation, the felony could be expunged. Powell, on the other hand, likely faced severe consequences if she did not take a plea deal in her case. The real impact lies in the information they will share, including conversations with Trump, privileged documents, and testimony beyond the specific felony counts. The back-to-back plea deals obtained by Fawnee Willis have significant implications for their cases.
Updates on Donald Trump's ongoing case and anticipated trial: 16 co-conspirators remain in Trump's case, trial expected soon, and a significant federal election case with Jack Smith is also in progress.
There are still 16 co-conspirators in the ongoing case against Donald Trump, and the trial is expected to begin sooner than anticipated. The federal election case with Jack Smith is also a significant development to watch. For the latest updates and analysis, tune in to the Midas Touch network on YouTube and subscribe to LegalAF, the leading podcast at the intersection of law, politics, and justice. Your engagement, such as thumbs up, comments, and following on Instagram @MidasTouch, helps amplify the reach of these important conversations. Stay informed and join the discussion.
