During recent testimony, Michael Cohen revealed that he did not expect to be compensated directly by Donald Trump for serving as his personal attorney while Trump was president. Instead, Cohen anticipated making money from companies seeking insights on Trump.
Cohen explained that he viewed his role as a 'hybrid' position, providing him with access to Trump while also allowing him to monetize his relationship with various companies. This arrangement would enable him to capitalize on his proximity to the president without being directly employed by the government.
Text messages exchanged between Cohen and his daughter after the 2016 election shed light on his discussions about his role. Cohen reportedly clarified to his daughter that his position would not involve working within the government but would rather focus on leveraging his connection to Trump for financial gain.
The revelations from Cohen's testimony provide insight into the complex dynamics of his relationship with Trump and the business opportunities he sought to pursue while serving as Trump's personal attorney. The text messages underscore Cohen's awareness of the potential financial benefits of his role and his strategic approach to maximizing his earnings through his association with the former president.
