Column: Trump's hush-money criminal trial could be a cure for 'Trump amnesia'


by Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times— Before Donald Trump's hush-money trial in New York got underway, pundits predicted that the proceedings could be a media bonanza for the former president. During this year’s Republican primaries, they noted, Trump’s popularity rose every time he was indicted. But so far, the trial, on charges that Trump covered up illicit payments to an adult filmmaker and actor to influence the 2016 election, hasn’t made him look like much of a hero. He’s appeared to fall asleep in the courtroom more than once....

Reading Eagle—Key players: Who’s who at Donald Trump’s hush money criminal trial. The witnesses include a porn actress, a former tabloid publisher and Trump’s former fixer and lawyer Michael Cohen.

VINnews—Key Players: Who's Who at Donald Trump’s Hush Money Criminal Trial. NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump’s hush money criminal trial shifts to opening statements Monday, followed by the start of witness testimony. A jury of seven men and five women, plus six alternates, was picked last week. The trial centers on allegations the former president falsified his company’s internal records to obscure the true nature […]

The Guardian—Trump’s criminal hush-money trial concludes jury selection after difficulties. With the panel selected, Donald Trump’s trial can enter its next stage, with opening arguments expected on MondayDonald Trump’s hush-money trial gained momentum on Friday afternoon with the conclusion of jury selection.Five alternate jurors were chosen on Friday, following Thursday’s proceedings when the 12 jurors and one alternate juror were picked.A guide to Trump’s hush-money trial – so farThe key arguments prosecutors will use against TrumpHow will Trump’s trial work?From Michael Cohen to...