Judge Says Jury Cannot Convict Trump Based on Michael Cohen’s Testimony Alone

‘Under our law Michael Cohen is an accomplice,’ New York State Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan said.
Judge Says Jury Cannot Convict Trump Based on Michael Cohen’s Testimony Alone
Former U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the media after leaving court during his trial for allegedly falsifying business records, at Manhattan Criminal Court in New York City on May 20, 2024. Sarah Yenesel/Getty Images
Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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The judge overseeing former President Donald Trump’s criminal case in New York told the jury that they cannot convict the former president solely based on Michael Cohen’s earlier witness testimony.

New York State Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan said that Mr. Cohen, who was the former president’s lawyer and associate, is considered an accomplice in the case. Justice Merchan said the jury can use his testimony if they corroborate it with other evidence.

Jack Phillips
Jack Phillips
Breaking News Reporter
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