David Pecker admits 'catch-and-kill' scheme was to help Trump in 2016 election
by MSNBC
MSNBC— NBC News' Lisa Rubin reports as David Pecker continues his testimony in the New York hush money trial against former President Trump. Prosecutors questioned him about his relationship with Trump and how he worked to "catch and kill" negative stories, including from Playboy playmate Karen McDougal.
TheBlaze—Trump's attorneys cross-examine David Pecker, poke holes in alleged 'catch-and-kill' scheme. The prosecution wrapped up its direct examination of its first witness, former publisher at National Enquirer David Pecker, on Thursday, leaving the defense team some time to begin its cross-examination the same day.On Friday, Emil Bove, an attorney for Donald Trump, continued questioning Pecker, who claimed during his testimony that he purchased the rights to multiple unfavorable stories about Trump to ensure they never went to publication. Pecker's actions were referred to as a...
The Independent—Trump trial live: David Pecker testifies about 2016 scheme to kill Playboy model affair and love child stories. Former president’s historic ‘hush money’ election interference trial is underway in New York
The Independent—Trump’s attorneys try to pick holes in David Pecker’s ‘catch and kill’ testimony. Former tabloid publisher confirms he helped bury Karen McDougal’s story to help Trump’s election chances