Michael cohen latest news
Michael Cohen is a former lawyer and fixer for Donald Trump, and has been in the news frequently in recent years due to his involvement in various legal and political controversies. Here are some of the latest news stories about Michael Cohen:
Recent News Stories:
- Plea Deal: In 2018, Cohen pleaded guilty to eight counts of fraud, including campaign finance violations, tax evasion, and lying to Congress. He agreed to cooperate with special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election.
- Prison Sentence: In December 2018, Cohen was sentenced to three years in prison, with one year of supervised release and a fine of $50,000.
- Testimony: In February 2019, Cohen testified before the House Oversight Committee, where he accused Trump of directing him to make hush payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal during the 2016 presidential campaign.
- Book Deal: In May 2020, Cohen announced that he had signed a book deal with Skyhorse Publishing to write a memoir about his experiences as Trump's lawyer and fixer.
- Legal Issues: In recent months, Cohen has been involved in several legal disputes, including a lawsuit against Trump's former personal assistant, Rhona Graff, over a disputed payment.
- Real Estate Ventures: Cohen has also been involved in various real estate ventures, including a proposed development project in the Bronx, New York.
- Media Appearances: Cohen has made several media appearances in recent months, including interviews with CNN, MSNBC, and The New York Times.
Recent Quotes:
- "I am not a liar. I am a truth-teller." - Michael Cohen, in a statement to the House Oversight Committee in February 2019.
- "I am not a fixer. I am a lawyer." - Michael Cohen, in a statement to the House Oversight Committee in February 2019.
- "I am not a traitor. I am a patriot." - Michael Cohen, in a statement to the House Oversight Committee in February 2019.
Recent Interviews:
- CNN's "New Day" (May 2020)
- MSNBC's "The Rachel Maddow Show" (April 2020)
- The New York Times (March 2020)
Please note that the news stories and quotes above are subject to change and may not reflect the current situation or opinions of Michael Cohen.