Trump's Lawyer Antagonizes Judge, Jeopardizing Defense in High-Stakes Trial

May 21, 2024
Trump's Lawyer Antagonizes Judge, Jeopardizing Defense in High-Stakes Trial
  • In the Schweigegeld-Prozess trial, former President Donald Trump's lawyers have decided not to have him testify.

  • Witness Robert Costello's disrespectful behavior towards the judge has drawn criticism.

  • Costello's sarcastic remarks and eye-rolling led to a reprimand from the judge.

  • Legal analysts believe Costello's actions could negatively impact Trump's defense.

  • Costello's testimony did not provide new information and antagonized the judge.

  • The trial will continue for closing arguments on May 28.

  • Trump has pled not guilty to falsifying business records.

  • The outcome of this high-stakes trial, the first for a former president, remains uncertain with significant legal and political consequences.

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