Ex-Judge praises Pecker as ‘exceptional’ initial witness in Trump trial

In a Florida trial involving former President Trump’s hush money case, Judge Jeff Swartz praised ex-National Enquirer publisher David Pecker as an “outstanding” witness, citing his credibility and performance during cross-examination. Pecker testified about the publication’s role in suppressing negative stories about Trump and promoting false stories about his opponents to help Trump’s campaign. The prosecution’s next witness was Rhona Graff, Trump’s former executive assistant. Swartz suggested that more records and witnesses related to the campaign should be brought in to further build the case against Trump, particularly focusing on Michael Cohen’s involvement.

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