Michael Cohen: His ex-lawyer heavily incriminates US President Trump
US President Donald Trump (72) is facing unpleasant times! In a spectacular turn, his former and longtime lawyer Michael Cohen (51) unpacked on Tuesday in court. Trump's "Ausputzer" pleaded guilty to eight charges, US media reports in unison. Among other things, he admitted that he had violated electoral finance laws "on behalf of a candidate". He did not name the current US president.
The hush money for Stormy Daniels
In addition, Cohen admitted in court that he had paid on behalf of the candidate of another person a hidden fee of $ 130,000. The person is said to be the porn actress Stormy Daniels, who claims to have had an affair with Trump. Attorney Cohen is also said to have launched another hushback payment to ex-playmate Karen McDougal, who also claims to have had an affair with Trump.
Cohen said in a shaky voice that he had done so at the behest of an "unnamed candidate" with an "intention to influence choice".
Who is Michael Cohen?
Michael Cohen worked for Trump for about ten years as a lawyer and was considered very loyal to his client. Hence the name "Ausputzer", as Cohen was known to solve problems for today's 72-year-old from the world. In recent weeks, however, he hinted to have distanced himself from his former employer. In April, the FBI confiscated documents and files while conducting searches of Cohen's hotel room, office and home.
The FBI became aware of Cohen following a suggestion by special investigator Robert Mueller, who is examining whether there have been collusion between Trump's campaign team and Russia in connection with the alleged interference by Russia in the 2016 US presidential election.
