Donald Trump’s hush money trial is coming to a close, with both the prosecution and defense resting their cases on Tuesday. Closing arguments are set to begin on Tuesday, May 28. The trial, focusing on allegations of falsifying business records related to payments to Michael Cohen, has seen Trump appearing frequently in court over the past five weeks.
Donald Trump Jr. made his first appearance at his father’s hush money trial, denouncing it as the “Bolshevik trials”, (also called Soviet show trials), and criticizing the media. He lamented the defense’s inability to call preferred experts to testify, citing limitations imposed by Judge Juan Merchan. Trump Jr. was joined by prominent figures, including former officials and Republican lawmakers, who echoed his sentiments regarding media bias. The trial, charging Trump with falsifying business records, is set to conclude next week with closing arguments and jury deliberations. While prosecutors allege Trump unlawfully concealed a payment to Stormy Daniels, the Justice Department opted not to charge him in connection to the payment.
Soviet show trials were highly publicized court proceedings in the Soviet Union, primarily during the reign of Joseph Stalin. These trials were orchestrated by the state to create an illusion of justice while serving political purposes. They typically targeted individuals who had been deemed enemies of the state or political rivals, and the outcomes were predetermined. The defendants were often coerced into making false confessions or faced trumped-up charges. The trials were widely criticized for their lack of fairness and impartiality, serving as propaganda tools to legitimize the government’s actions and instill fear among the population.
Here is how the trial goes forward:
After the conclusion of arguments, Judge Juan Merchan will provide crucial instructions to the jury. The jury, consisting of 12 members, must reach a unanimous decision to convict or acquit Trump. While there is no set time limit for deliberations, corporate media reports that a prolonged period could signal a thorough review of the evidence, potentially favoring the prosecution.
The schedule indicates that deliberations could begin as early as Thursday, May 30, with mainstream media experts suggesting a verdict by the end of the following week. However, the exact timeline remains uncertain, leaving the trial’s outcome open to speculation.
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The past week witnessed brief but intense courtroom moments, including a defense witness’s outburst and Michael Cohen’s admission of embezzlement from the Trump Organization.
The continued cross-examination of Cohen focused on his credibility, biases, and involvement in the Stormy Daniels deal led to embarrassing moments for a nation that is supposedly built on law and order. Cohen confessed to stealing $30,000 from the Trump Organization, shedding light on his shifting allegiances and legal work for Trump post-election.
Speculation arises regarding the DA’s decision not to charge Cohen with theft, possibly due to the statute of limitations. Theft is a much bigger crime than anything Trump is being accused of. Cohen’s admissions regarding Trump’s knowledge of the Stormy Daniels payment and his legal representation of Trump further complicate the trial.
In defense, Robert Costello, Cohen’s former attorney, testified about Cohen’s false statements regarding Trump’s involvement in the Daniels payoff. However, Judge Merchan limited the scope of Costello’s testimony to focus on prior inconsistent statements by Cohen.
Andrew Giuliani gave the WarRoom a succinct update on the trial proceedings, focusing on the debate over Costello’s role as Cohen’s legal counsel. Again, he suggests that Cohen may have perjured himself regarding Costello’s representation.
Giuliani also mentions the pending closing statements and jury instructions, indicating the trial’s progression toward deliberations.
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Additionally, Giuliani commented on Texas Lieutenant Governor Patrick’s call for indictments against Cohen and prosecutor Alvin Bragg.
Hear Patrick’s comments:
