Key Takeaways from Day 10 of Donald Trump Hush Money Trial
- Donald Trump returned to court for his hush-money trial after campaigning against Joe Biden.
- Trump and his team alleged that the hush money was a form of “extortion”.
Allegations Against Keith Davidson
Trump’s lawyers claimed that Davidson has a history of extracting money from celebrities without committing extortion.
Alleged efforts to seek cash from celebrities like Hulk Hogan, Lindsay Lohan, Charlie Sheen, and Tila Tequila were mentioned.
Violation of Gag Order
Prosecutors allege that Trump violated a gag order by making public comments and are seeking fines.
Trump’s lawyer denies the allegations of violating the gag order.
Secret Phone Calls Revealed
Jury heard recorded calls between Michael Cohen and Davidson discussing the Daniels deal.
Daniels feared Trump losing the 2016 elections and her story becoming worthless.
Hush Money or Non-disclosure Agreement
Daniels signed a non-disclosure agreement with Trump regarding a 2006 sexual encounter.
Davidson described the payment as consideration in a civil settlement agreement, not hush money.
Recounting Election Day, 2016
Screenshots of texts between Davidson and Dylan Howard revealed concerns about their activities assisting Trump’s campaign.
Cohen expressed frustration for not being reimbursed for the hush money payment.
