⚖️Solid evidence and clear explanations are crucial to prove the charges against Trump.
🔍The defense team intends to challenge the credibility of Michael Cohen.
⏰The timing of the federal campaign charge raises questions about its validity.
💼The Attorney General's attempts to invalidate Trump's bond have been unsuccessful so far.
🔒The high standard of reasonable doubt poses a challenge for the prosecutors.
What evidence will the prosecutors need to prove the charges against Trump?
—The prosecutors will need solid evidence to prove not only a records violation but also the purpose of the violation, which is to violate federal election law.
How does the defense intend to challenge Michael Cohen's credibility?
—The defense plans to highlight Cohen's history of lying under oath and making false statements to prosecutors and the FBI.
Why is the timing of the federal campaign charge being questioned?
—The defense raises the question of why the charge was not pursued earlier, especially considering that it pertains to events from the 2016 election.
Why have the Attorney General's attempts to invalidate Trump's bond been unsuccessful?
—The courts have consistently ruled in favor of Trump, reducing the initial bond amount and rejecting the Attorney General's attempts to invalidate it.
What is the challenge posed by the high standard of reasonable doubt?
—The prosecutors will have to present their case in a clear and understandable way to the jury, who will rely on common sense in evaluating the evidence.
00:02Former U.S. Attorney General Tom DiPrete discusses the opening arguments in the Manhattan DA's custody case against former President Trump.
00:19DiPrete highlights the need for solid evidence and clear explanations to prove the charges against Trump.
01:03The defense team plans to challenge the credibility of Michael Cohen, who is a key witness in the case.
03:13The timing of the federal campaign charge is called into question by the defense, raising doubts about its validity.
04:53The Attorney General's attempts to invalidate Trump's bond have been unsuccessful so far, with the courts ruling in favor of Trump.
