🔑 Key Takeaways
- The DA's office is following legal protocol by sharing evidence with Trump's team in an ongoing felony indictment case, including inculpatory recordings and Brady material.
- Michael Cohen's old recordings, containing possible conversations with Trump about Stormy Daniels payments, are now being used in the Manhattan DA's investigation.
- Audio recordings indicate Trump's complicity in the Stormy Daniels hush money payment, as discussions about using cash and avoiding a paper trail align with the methods used and Trump's attempt to hide the transaction through a company.
- Seasoned trial lawyer Michael Popuck breaks down the implications of Trump's 34-count indictment in the Stormy Daniels case, providing valuable context and exclusive insights on The Midas Touch Network.
📝 Podcast Summary
DA's office shares evidence with Trump's legal team
The Manhattan District Attorney's office has begun turning over evidence to Donald Trump's legal team following the implementation of a protective order in the ongoing felony indictment case. This includes inculpatory recordings and other Brady material, which is evidence that could potentially help or harm the defense. The discovery process, which involves the prosecution sharing all relevant evidence with the defense, is a crucial component of the American justice system. Despite Trump's team's previous claims of surprise or "sandbagging," all discovery materials must be disclosed early in the case and as it becomes available. The DA's office has already identified at least one inculpatory recording and has indicated that more will be produced on a rolling basis.
Newly discovered recordings by Michael Cohen given to Manhattan DA
Michael Cohen's recordings, which were previously not used during the federal investigation when Bill Barr was in charge of the Department of Justice, have now been turned over to the Manhattan district attorney, Alvin Bragg's office. These recordings may contain conversations between Cohen and Donald Trump regarding payments to Stormy Daniels. Previously, these recordings were not used during the investigation led by Bill Barr. Now, they are being utilized in the ongoing investigation. The potential existence of these recordings and their potential contents add to the ongoing legal saga surrounding Donald Trump and his past affairs.
Audio recordings suggest Trump's involvement in Stormy Daniels hush money conspiracy
The audio recordings obtained by state prosecutors, which reportedly include conversations between Donald Trump and Michael Cohen around the time of the Stormy Daniels hush money payment, strongly suggest Trump's involvement in the conspiracy to make the payment in a non-traceable way. The discussions about using cash and avoiding leaving a paper trail align with the methods described in the Daniels payment, indicating Trump's complicity and criminal intent. This conclusion is further supported by Trump's acknowledgment of the need to set up a company for the transfer of information related to their friend David, which seems to be an attempt to hide or manage the fallout from the Daniels situation. The matching range of dates in the disclosure and Michael Cohen's recordings around that time provide additional evidence that the tapes in question are likely those involving the Stormy Daniels payment.
Manhattan DA Indicts Trump in Stormy Daniels Case
The Manhattan DA's office has presented substantial evidence against Donald Trump in the Stormy Daniels case, leading to a 34-count indictment. Michael Popuck, a seasoned trial lawyer with over 30 years of experience, breaks down the implications of this legal development on his YouTube channel, The Midas Touch Network. Popuck, who sits at the intersection of US politics and law, interprets the case for viewers and shares exclusive insights from his network. He encourages viewers to engage with the content by liking, commenting, and following him on social media. Popuck also invites viewers to tune in to Legal AF, a Midas Touch Network show where he and other anchors discuss top legal and politically charged cases every Wednesday and Saturday. Overall, Popuck's reporting underscores the significance of the ongoing legal proceedings against Trump and provides valuable context for understanding their potential implications.