In the sometimes tangled web of litigation surrounding Donald Trump, recent developments indicate that the former President is set to be deposed for a period of 9 hours. Once a frequent litigator, Trump’s previously offensive legal style may have unexpectedly switched to the defensive.
It’s reported that a judge has ordered Trump to show up for a deposition on October 3rd in relation to his civil lawsuit against his former attorney Michael Cohen. The lawsuit in question is a demanding $500 million claim filed by Trump. As per the federal judge’s decision, the location and timing of the deposition are at the discretion of Cohen. Interestingly, when offered the opportunity to propose the setting and time for the deposition, Trump declined. Now, Cohen and his legal team are in control.
Details of these proceedings were shared by Cohen himself during an appearance on Meidas Touch.
Having been a key figure in Trump’s inner circle, Cohen has unique insights into the implications this deposition may hold for Trump. On the subject of Trump’s capacity to sit through a 9-hour deposition, Cohen shared his skepticism, saying, “What I will say is that he has to appear at the location and at the time that we designate and we have him…for a maximum of 9 hours. I don’t know how he intends to sit — forget about 9 hours — the guy has the attention span of a peanut.”
The full interview with Cohen is available for viewing. This ongoing lawsuit presents another facet of the legal complexities surrounding Trump as he continues to navigate the post-presidency landscape.