During the trial, the jury has maintained a stoic demeanor, showing no visible reactions to the testimony presented before them. Despite the intense scrutiny, the jurors have remained impassive, offering little insight into their thoughts or opinions.
One pivotal moment arose during the cross-examination when Trump's lawyer questioned Michael Cohen about payments and reimbursements. Cohen admitted to receiving $20,000 out of a $50,000 payment but clarified that he did not pocket the remaining $30,000. Instead, he allowed the Trump Organization to double the amount for tax purposes, effectively resulting in a total of $60,000 being misappropriated. Cohen attributed his actions to dissatisfaction over a reduced bonus and emphasized his extensive work for Donald Trump, including handling payments to Stormy Daniels.
The defense seized upon this revelation to cast doubt on Cohen's credibility, highlighting instances where he had lied and engaged in fraudulent activities. By exposing Cohen's past transgressions, the defense sought to undermine his trustworthiness in the eyes of the jury.
