Thursday, May 16, 2024

There are certain things in this case that rely solely on whether the jury believes Michael Cohen: like, did Trump direct that the hush money be paid? Did he direct that the business records be falsified? The first is not any degree crime. The second is a misdemeanor. If the jury believes beyond a reasonable doubt that Trump did so direct, did Trump do so in order to mask a campaign contribution? Only then is it a felony.