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Unraveling the Trump Hush Money Trial with Shayna Jacobs
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Length:
24 minutes
Released:
May 21, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
In this episode of Passing Judgment, Jessica Levinson sits down with Shayna Jacobs, a federal courts and law enforcement reporter for The Washington Post, to delve into the ongoing Trump hush money trial. With the trial moving at an unexpectedly rapid pace, Jessica and Shayna discuss why this case is progressing faster than anticipated and explore the pivotal role of Michael Cohen's testimony. Tune in as Jessica and Shayna navigate the intricate legal landscape of this high-profile trial and speculate on its potential implications for Trump's political future.Here are three key takeaways you don't want to miss:1️⃣ Trial Progression and Timeline: The trial moved faster than expected, with significant progress including jury selection, opening arguments, and witness testimonies. Judge Marchand emphasized keeping the trial on track.2️⃣ Novelty of the Case: This case is unique because it’s uncommon for falsification of business records to be the primary charge. Typically, it's a lesser charge combined with more significant crimes.3️⃣ Relevance of Stormy Daniels’ Testimony: Although some details of her testimony might not directly relate to the falsification charges, they were used to establish context and motive for Trump's actions.Follow Our Host and Guest: @LevinsonJessica@Shaynajacobs
Released:
May 21, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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