Trump’s attorneys try to pick holes in David Pecker’s ‘catch and kill’ testimony
by The Independent
The Independent— Former tabloid publisher confirms he helped bury Karen McDougal’s story to help Trump’s election chances
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...
MSNBC—David Pecker admits 'catch-and-kill' scheme was to help Trump in 2016 election. 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.
The Guardian—Trump’s hush-money trial: Pecker’s second day of testimony at a glance. A jury will weigh the allegation that Trump falsified business records to cover a $130,000 payment to the adult film star Stormy Daniels. Here’s what you need to know Continue reading