Witness says Cohen wanted White House job despite denying it in testimony.

In a stunning development in the NY v. Trump case, a witness testified that Michael Cohen, former attorney to President Trump, had his eyes set on a White House job despite previous denials. Keith Davidson, who represented Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal, revealed that Cohen coveted roles like White House chief of staff or attorney general leading up to Trump’s inauguration.

Davison recounted a conversation with Cohen in December 2016 after Trump’s election victory, where Cohen expressed disappointment at not going to Washington despite his efforts. He lamented not being reimbursed for the $130,000 payment he made to Daniels to silence her alleged affair claims against Trump.

The NY v. Trump case revolves around Cohen’s payment to Daniels and the Trump Organization’s alleged reimbursement, falsely recorded as legal expenses. Prosecutors aim to prove that Trump falsified records with the intent to commit or conceal another crime, constituting a felony under New York law.

Cohen’s longing for a White House position contradicts his congressional testimony in 2019 when he denied seeking such roles and asserted the importance of being Trump’s personal attorney. This change in stance raises questions about his credibility in the ongoing case.

Despite Cohen’s troubled past, House Republicans are pushing for a Justice Department probe into his alleged perjury and false statements during the 2019 congressional testimony. Cohen’s role as a key witness in the NY v. Trump trial has come under fire, with critics highlighting his criminal convictions.

Trump has denounced the trial as a “scam” orchestrated by the Biden administration and criticized the judge as being severely conflicted. Trump’s strong stance against the trial reflects his belief that it is a politically motivated attack on his presidency.

The unfolding drama in the courtroom, with conflicting testimonies and political implications, underscores the high stakes involved in the NY v. Trump case. As the legal battle intensifies, all eyes are on the outcome and its potential impact on Trump’s legacy and future political aspirations.