Podcast Summary
Expanding investigation beyond a misdemeanor: Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's indictment of Donald Trump goes beyond a misdemeanor, potentially involving felony crimes like conspiracy, scheme, money laundering, tax evasion, and election interference.
The indictment of Donald Trump by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is not just about a misdemeanor payment to Stormy Daniels. It's about the potential felony crimes that allegedly accompanied it. Bragg was able to "split the atom" by starting with the admitted false record entries and expanding it into a conspiracy and scheme involving multiple women and potentially other crimes such as money laundering, tax evasion, and election interference. The payment to Michael Cohen, which was recorded as a legal expense, was actually a cover-up for the hush money payment to Stormy Daniels. If proven, these alleged felony crimes could result in more serious consequences for those involved.
Manhattan DA indicts Trump for felony in hush money conspiracy: Donald Trump indicted for felony over hush money payments during 2016 campaign, led by former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker's 'catch and kill' scheme
The Manhattan District Attorney's office, led by Alvin Bragg, has indicted Donald Trump for a felony by allegedly revealing a broader conspiracy involving hush money payments during the 2016 presidential campaign. The conspiracy, known as "catch and kill," was led by David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer. Pecker admitted to having meetings with Michael Cohen and Kellyanne Conway to suppress stories about women who claimed to have had affairs with Trump. The going rate for these payments was between $130,000 and $150,000. However, when it came to Stormy Daniels, the payment was made through Michael Cohen due to Trump not repaying Pecker for the McDougall payment. Cohen reportedly taped Trump discussing the payment, and there are recordings of this conversation. This complex web of illegal activities is what led to Trump's indictment.
Trump Investigation Expands: Multiple Witnesses Testify Against Him: Prosecutors are investigating Trump for hush money payments to women, with multiple witnesses testifying to his involvement and authorization.
That the ongoing investigation into former President Donald Trump's involvement in hush money payments to women, including Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal, is expanding beyond just Michael Cohen's testimony. Prosecutors are reportedly looking to indict Trump based on the testimony of multiple witnesses, including David Pecker and Kellyanne Conway, who can corroborate Cohen's role in the payments and Trump's authorization of them. The indictment may also include the names of other women who were part of the so-called "catch and kill" conspiracy. Michael Cohen's lawyer, Lanny Davis, has confirmed that Cohen has testified to the grand jury about Trump's involvement in the payments. The defense team for Trump has been urged to be cautious in attacking only Cohen as a witness, as there were reportedly at least 9 witnesses who testified in the case. Additionally, a product placement was made for Z Biotics, a pre-alcohol probiotic designed to help break down the toxic byproduct in the gut that causes rough mornings after drinking.
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's Decision to Indict Trump Based on Career Prosecutor's Evaluation: Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg indicted Trump based on strong evidence presented by trusted career prosecutor Chris Conroy, despite facing criticism for not acting sooner.
Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan District Attorney, recently indicted Donald Trump based on evidence presented to him by trusted career prosecutor Chris Conroy. Bragg had inherited the investigation from his predecessor and wanted to thoroughly evaluate the cases against Trump before making any decisions. Conroy, known for his analytical skills and no-nonsense approach, was put in charge of evaluating the potential cases. Initially, the focus was on loans, appraisals, and the Stormy Daniels case, but Conroy determined that the cases weren't strong enough for prosecution at that time. Bragg faced criticism from some for not moving forward with the indictment sooner, but he ultimately made the decision based on the strength of the evidence and his trust in Conroy's assessment.
Manhattan DA's new team revives Stormy Daniels case: The Manhattan DA's team of experienced lawyers reevaluated evidence, discovered new lines of inquiry, and presented a strong case to the grand jury, leading to Donald Trump's historic indictment.
Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan District Attorney, revived the Stormy Daniels case through the establishment of a new team of experienced lawyers, including Chris Conroy, Susan Hoffinger, Peter Pope, Rebecca Margold, Catherine Ellis, Josh Steinglass, and Matt Colangelo. This team reevaluated the evidence, discovered new lines of inquiry, and ultimately presented a strong case to the grand jury, resulting in the historic indictment of former President Donald Trump. Bragg's reputation as a skilled prosecutor, along with the responsibility to secure a conviction, adds tremendous weight to the case. The team's comprehensive investigation included potential witnesses like Stormy Daniels, Karen McDougal, and campaign personnel, ensuring a thorough and significant legal process.
Donald Trump's legal case with Stormy Daniels could lead to multiple charges: Trump's former AG advises against testifying, case goes beyond Daniels and Cohen, unsealed details on Tuesday, potential for larger legal implications for Trump.
The ongoing legal case involving Donald Trump and Stormy Daniels has the potential to result in multiple felony and misdemeanor charges against the former president. Trump's former attorney general, Bill Barr, has advised against his testifying in his own defense due to his inability to control himself. The case goes beyond Daniels and Michael Cohen, and includes testimonies from co-conspirators regarding a "catch and kill" program. On Tuesday, more details about the case will be unsealed. This case is significant as it could lead to a larger legal implications for Trump. For those interested in the intersection of law and politics, tune in to Michael Popuck's show on Wednesdays and Saturdays on Nifilo, where he and his guests discuss the top politically charged litigation stories. Follow Michael Popuck on social media @atmspopuck for more legal updates. Indictment season is here, and you can celebrate with the new indictment season merchandise available exclusively at store.midastouch.com.