Disaster for the Prosecution: Michael Cohen's Credibility Shattered on the Stand

Former Deputy Assistant Attorney General John Yoo analyzes the prosecution's failed attempt to rebuild ex-Trump attorney Michael Cohen's credibility before the jury.

Former Deputy Assistant Attorney General John Yoo has weighed in on the prosecution's struggle to establish Michael Cohen's credibility as a witness against former President Donald Trump in the ongoing criminal trial. Cohen, once a staunch supporter of Trump, has now turned against him, but his testimony has raised concerns about his motives and reliability.

During his testimony, Cohen admitted to secretly recording conversations with Trump without his permission. One such recording, played for the jury, captured Trump discussing a $150,000 payment to former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker. Cohen claimed this proved Trump's knowledge of the payment to silence ex-Playboy model Karen McDougal's allegations of an affair with Trump.

However, Yoo argues that this recording actually undermines Cohen's credibility. He points out that Cohen did not immediately turn over the recording to authorities, instead using it as leverage to keep Pecker loyal to Trump. This suggests that Cohen's motivations were more self-serving than altruistic.

Furthermore, Cohen's testimony that he arranged a $130,000 payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels to suppress her allegations of an affair with Trump has been met with skepticism. Cohen claimed he acted on Trump's orders, but he also admitted to lying for Trump in the past.

Yoo suggests that the prosecution's efforts to portray Cohen as a repentant witness are unconvincing. Cohen's history of questionable behavior and his apparent willingness to lie for Trump cast doubt on his reliability as a witness.

Cohen's credibility has also been called into question by his brazen use of TikTok and his past legal troubles. His behavior on social media, including posting videos of himself dancing and mocking his opponents, has raised concerns about his seriousness and professionalism.

Legal experts have argued that Cohen's behavior is likely to damage his credibility in the eyes of the jury. His flippant attitude and history of dishonesty suggest that he is not a trustworthy witness.

The prosecution's attempt to rehabilitate Cohen's image has been largely unsuccessful. His questionable behavior and inconsistent testimony have raised serious doubts about his credibility. Yoo believes that this will make it difficult for the jury to rely on Cohen's testimony in the case against Trump.

In conclusion, the prosecution's efforts to establish Michael Cohen's credibility as a witness have failed. Cohen's history of lying, his self-serving behavior, and his questionable social media presence have all undermined his reliability. The jury is likely to view his testimony with skepticism, making it less likely that he will be able to provide a strong case against former President Trump.