During a recent court proceeding, David Pecker, the former CEO of American Media Inc., was questioned by Prosecutor Joshua Steinglass about his involvement in purchasing a story about Donald Trump to prevent its publication before a meeting in August 2015. Pecker denied ever purchasing such a story, stating, 'Ah no.'
When asked if this action benefited the National Enquirer in any way, Pecker responded, 'No, that didn’t help.'
The exchange sheds light on the interactions between media outlets and individuals of interest, particularly in the context of high-profile figures like Donald Trump. Pecker's testimony provides insight into the practices and decisions made within the media industry.