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Defense Attorney Challenges Michael Cohen On Pardon Statements

Michael Cohen leaves his apartment building on his way to Manhattan criminal court, Monday, May 13, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Julia Nikhinson)

Defense attorney Todd Blanche is currently challenging Michael Cohen on his previous statements regarding his stance on accepting a pardon from President Trump. During the ongoing legal proceedings, Blanche has raised questions about Cohen's conflicting statements on the matter.

Blanche pointed out that while Cohen publicly declared that he would never seek or accept a pardon from President Trump, he later revealed in closed-door sessions with lawmakers that he had instructed his lawyers to explore the possibility of a pardon. This inconsistency has become a focal point of the legal debate between the two parties.

In response to the scrutiny, Cohen clarified that his public testimony about not accepting a pardon was intended to reflect his stance at that specific moment in time. He maintained that his subsequent discussions with his legal team about the potential for a pardon were separate from his public statements.

Cohen publicly stated he would not seek or accept a pardon from President Trump.
Defense attorney Todd Blanche challenges Michael Cohen's stance on accepting a pardon.
In closed-door sessions, Cohen revealed he had explored the possibility of a pardon.

The back-and-forth between Blanche and Cohen underscores the complexities of legal proceedings and the importance of precise language in such contexts. The nuances of Cohen's statements and the interpretation of his intentions have become central issues in the ongoing legal dispute.

As the legal battle continues, both sides are expected to provide further clarification and evidence to support their respective positions. The outcome of this dispute may have significant implications for the case and could shape the direction of future proceedings.

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