During today's testimony, lawyers aggressively cross-examined Michael Cohen, focusing on his past behavior and statements regarding Donald Trump. The prosecution meticulously presented known facts to the jury, such as Cohen's negative portrayal as a bully and thug who capitalized on Trump's name. These details were intended to soften the impact during cross-examination.
The unknown knowns revolve around how the jury will interpret Cohen's testimony. The cross-examination delved into Cohen's public remarks about Trump, including calling him a 'boorish cartoon misogynist' and expressing a desire for Trump to be convicted. The defense aimed to challenge Cohen's credibility and bias against Trump.
