Trial Overview Donald Trump faces charges in a NY court for concealing illegal payments during his 2016 campaign.

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Silencing Strategy Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer, reveals a scheme to silence Stormy Daniels, an adult film actress, to avoid campaign damage.

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Collaboration Details Cohen, Trump, and National Enquirer's David Pecker devised a plan to buy exclusive rights to damaging stories, known as "catch and kill."

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Karen McDougal's Story Cohen was briefed by Pecker on Karen McDougal's alleged affair with Trump before the 2016 Republican National Convention.

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Illegal Payments Prosecutors allege Trump disguised payments to Daniels as false legal fees, violating campaign finance laws and tax regulations.

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Michael Cohen's Betrayal Cohen, once fiercely loyal to Trump, turned against him after being implicated in federal investigations related to campaign financing.

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Trump's Defense Trump denies any wrongdoing, claiming the accusations are politically motivated to interfere with his presidential campaign against Joe Biden

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Judicial Intervention Judge Juan Merchan advises Cohen to refrain from public statements about the case, at the prosecutor's request.

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Trial's Focus The trial unfolds with attention on revelations that could redefine Trump's career and reputation as a controversial president.

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Consequences The trial's outcome holds implications for Trump's political future and the public perception of his presidency.

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