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Trump Legal Team Warns of Consequences for DA if Cohen Testifies

As Trump's first criminal trial approaches, his lawyers attempt to undermine the credibility of key witness Michael Cohen, while Allen Weisselberg pleads guilty to perjury.

  • Trump attorney Todd Blanche warns Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg of 'serious legal and ethical consequences' if Michael Cohen testifies against Trump.
  • Allen Weisselberg, former Trump Organization CFO, pleads guilty to felony perjury, admitting to lying under oath in investigations related to Trump's business practices.
  • Weisselberg's plea deal includes a five-month sentence, highlighting the legal pressures faced by individuals close to Trump.
  • Trump's trial in Manhattan, set to begin on March 25, could result in a conviction on 34 felony charges, affecting his future political eligibility.
  • The prosecution of Trump and his associates underscores the ongoing legal challenges surrounding the former president's business dealings and campaign finance violations.
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