Trump trial: Defense attorneys begin cross-examination of David Pecker


by CNBC

CNBC— The New York criminal trial of Donald Trump resumed with testimony from former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker.

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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...