Key facts
- Michael Cohen is testifying in Donald Trump's hush money trial.
- Cohen is a key prosecution witness.
- His testimony is expected to detail actions taken to conceal a payment to Stormy Daniels.
Michael Cohen, Donald Trump's former lawyer and fixer, has begun his testimony in the New York hush money trial. Cohen is a crucial witness for the prosecution, and his testimony is expected to provide direct evidence of alleged illegal actions taken to conceal a payment made to adult film star Stormy Daniels during the 2016 presidential campaign. His role in orchestrating the payment and subsequent reimbursement is central to the charges against Trump. The trial is closely watched as it involves a former U.S. president facing criminal charges.