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Former Attorney Admits Discussing Leverage Against Trump With Cohen

Former U.S. President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump attends a "commit to caucus" event, in Ankeny

The former attorney for Stormy Daniels made revealing statements on the witness stand, shedding light on the dynamics surrounding the legal case involving Daniels, Michael Cohen, and Donald Trump.

During the testimony, it was disclosed that the attorney, Keith Davidson, had informed Cohen that if Trump were to lose the election, Daniels would lose her leverage against him. Davidson was quoted as saying that Daniels desired the money involved in the case more than could be imagined, emphasizing the potential loss of leverage if Trump were to be defeated in the election.

Furthermore, it came to light that Larry Flynt, the founder of Hustler magazine, had offered Daniels a substantial sum of $1 million to extricate herself from the agreement with Trump. This offer was made in 2018, with Flynt also agreeing to cover Daniels' legal expenses to facilitate her exit from the settlement.

Davidson also acknowledged statements regarding Michael Avenatti, another attorney who had represented Daniels. He confirmed remarks suggesting that Avenatti had caused a rift between Daniels and her then-publicist, Gina Rodriguez.

As the cross-examination progressed, attention turned to the agreement between Trump and Daniels, with a focus on the absence of Trump's signature on the document. Davidson affirmed that the space designated for Trump's pseudonym, David Dennison, was left blank in the agreement.

The revelations from Davidson's testimony provide insight into the complex legal entanglements involving Stormy Daniels, Michael Cohen, and Donald Trump, highlighting the intricate web of relationships and negotiations that have characterized this high-profile case.

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