Stormy Daniels Testifies in Trump Hush Money Trial: Key Takeaways from Tuesday’s Proceedings

The most dramatic day yet at former President Trump’s criminal trial unfolded on Tuesday as Stormy Daniels took the stand. The porn actor’s testimony shed light on her alleged sexual encounter with Trump at a celebrity golf event in Lake Tahoe in 2006, for which she was paid $130,000 to keep quiet during the 2016 presidential campaign.

Daniels detailed her story with vivid asides, recalling specific details like seeing a toiletry bag belonging to Trump containing Old Spice. She denied being coerced into sex but suggested Trump dangled the possibility of a spot on “The Apprentice” to entice her.

The defense attempted to declare a mistrial, arguing Daniels’s testimony was prejudicial and embarrassing to Trump. However, the judge denied the request, expressing surprise at the lack of objections during her testimony.

Daniels didn’t hold back in mocking Trump, teasing him about his pajamas and revealing that he called her “honeybunch” after their encounter. The defense sought to portray her as motivated by personal revenge and financial gain, with Trump’s lawyer bluntly asking if she hated the former president.

In a separate development, NYC Mayor Eric Adams stated that Rikers Island is prepared for a possible incarceration of Trump if he continues to violate a gag order. The city’s largest jail has been on standby as Trump faces potential imprisonment for his actions during the trial.

As the trial continues, all eyes are on Daniels as she prepares to return to the stand on Thursday. The proceedings have captivated the public with their mix of scandal, legal drama, and political intrigue.