John Dean Weighs in on Trump's Testimony
John Dean, former counsel to the Nixon White House, has expressed skepticism about the likelihood of Donald Trump testifying in the ongoing hush money criminal trial. Dean believes that Trump's prior behavior, including the E. Jean Carroll defamation case and Letitia James' lawsuit against him for fraud, could be brought up in court, making him uncomfortable.
Dean also commented on the infamous "Access Hollywood" tape, where Trump made derogatory remarks about women. While the judge disallowed the tape's playing in court, the transcript will be read to the jury. Dean believes the transcript is even more "clearer and more disgusting" than the audio recording.
Dean's unique perspective as a Nixon-era lawyer adds valuable insight to the ongoing legal battle. His statements contribute to the public conversation surrounding the trial.
The question of whether Trump will testify and the potential topics of discussion remain a subject of significant public and media interest.
## Trump's Attempts to Delay Trial and Willingness to Testify
Trump previously attempted to delay the trial, citing concerns over "pretrial publicity." However, New York Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan dismissed these concerns, noting that much of the attention resulted from Trump's actions.
Trump has expressed his willingness to testify, stating, "All I can do is tell the truth, and the truth is that there's no case."
## Prosecution's Allegations and Key Witness
Testimony in the trial began last week, with former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker serving as a key witness on the first day. The prosecution alleges that Trump committed a "conspiracy to undermine the integrity of a presidential election."
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