The hush money trial involving former President Donald Trump saw its first witness take the stand on Monday, shedding light on the inner workings of the National Enquirer's parent company. David Pecker, the former chairman of the company, provided key insights during his testimony.
Pecker detailed his responsibilities at the National Enquirer's parent company, emphasizing that major stories involving celebrities required his approval. He mentioned that editors had a budget of up to $10,000 for investigating and publishing stories, with any expenses beyond that amount needing his vetting.
