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Trump's Defense Rests Without Him Testifying in Hush Money Trial

Closing arguments set for next week as jury prepares to deliberate on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records.

  • Michael Cohen's credibility questioned by defense but bolstered by prosecution's evidence.
  • Robert Costello's testimony intended to undermine Cohen backfires, raising doubts about Trump's defense.
  • Trump's legal team argues no criminal intent in payments to Stormy Daniels, seeks case dismissal.
  • Judge Juan Merchan to decide on defense's motion to dismiss before jury deliberations.
  • Trump's allies and family members attend trial, with notable absences from Melania and Ivanka Trump.
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