During recent court proceedings, Michael Cohen revealed details about the National Enquirer deal involving a doorman. Cohen stated that he oversaw the finalization of the deal to ensure that Donald Trump was fully protected. He even requested a copy of the agreement to show Trump that everything was being taken care of.
One key aspect of Cohen's involvement was advising AMI, the parent company of the National Enquirer, to include a $1 million penalty clause for any breaches of the agreement. Additionally, he recommended removing the end date from the contract, making it perpetual, meaning it would last indefinitely.
Explaining the significance of the perpetual nature of the agreement, Cohen emphasized to the jury that once signed, the story would be owned by AMI forever, ensuring that it could never be made public.
An email exchange between Dylan Howard of the National Enquirer and Cohen on December 19, 2015, confirmed the inclusion of the liquidated damages clause in the agreement. This email correspondence was presented as evidence in court, shedding light on the details of the deal.
