The trial of former President Donald J. Trump has all the elements of a made-for-TV thriller: sex, politics and potential consequences for the future of the republic.
One problem: no TV.
The testimony on Monday of Michael Cohen, Mr. Trump’s lawyer-turned-witness for the prosecution, was the kind of highly anticipated, high-drama moment that would make for riveting television if it could be watched live.
Sketches, still photographs and footage of Mr. Trump walking in and out of the courthouse now typically fill the screens of the major cable news channels, as their on-air personnel narrate the day’s events.
The coverage has the feel of a live baseball radio broadcast, with commentators creating word-pictures for their audience.
Persons:
Donald J, Trump, Michael Cohen, Trump’s
Locations:
Lower Manhattan