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Trump Defense Witness Returns To Stand In Hush Money Case

Donald Trump, far left, watches as defense attorney Emil Bove questions Robert Costello, right, with Judge Juan Merchan presiding in Manhattan criminal court, Monday, May 20, 2024, in New York. (Eliza

A defense witness in Donald Trump's hush money case, Robert Costello, is set to return to the stand as the trial nears its conclusion. Trump's legal team is banking on Costello's testimony to challenge the credibility of key prosecution witness Michael Cohen, a former fixer turned adversary of Trump.

The trial took a dramatic turn when Judge Juan Merchan reprimanded Costello for his behavior in court, including making comments under his breath and rolling his eyes. The judge threatened to remove Costello from the stand if his conduct persisted.

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