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Michael Cohen Defends Accepting Responsibility Amid Questioning

Michael Cohen departs to testify at Trump’s criminal trial in New York

During a recent testimony before Congress, Michael Cohen, former attorney to President Trump, faced questioning regarding his acceptance of responsibility for his actions. Cohen confirmed that he had repeatedly stated under oath that he had accepted responsibility for his conduct, acknowledging that he was going to prison as a result.

However, when pressed by Trump attorney Todd Blanche on whether lying under oath truly constituted accepting responsibility, Cohen sought clarification on the question. Blanche further inquired if pleading guilty to a crime while lying could be considered taking responsibility for one's actions.

Trump attorney questioned if lying under oath equated to taking responsibility.
Cohen confirmed accepting responsibility for his conduct.
Cohen defended his stance on accepting responsibility despite legal complexities.

In response, Cohen maintained that he had indeed accepted responsibility and was facing the consequences of his actions. The exchange highlighted the complexities surrounding the concept of accepting responsibility, particularly in legal contexts.

The back-and-forth between Cohen and Blanche underscored the nuances of accountability and the differing interpretations of what it means to take responsibility for one's conduct. The discussion shed light on the challenges of navigating legal proceedings and the importance of clarity in communication during such testimonies.

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