Donald J. Trump’s Monday began with a grave warning from Juan M. Merchan, the judge presiding over the former president’s criminal trial, threatening to imprison him if he continued to flout a gag order.
That testimony was elicited from two employees, one current and one retired, of the Trump Organization.
The former president is accused of falsifying business records to cover up that $130,000 payment.
Mr. Trump, 77, the first American president to face criminal prosecution, has denied the charges and says he did not have sex with the woman, Stormy Daniels.
If convicted, he could face prison time or probation.
Persons:
Donald J, Trump’s, Juan M, Justice Merchan, Trump, “, Michael D, Cohen, Stormy Daniels
Organizations:
Mr, Trump Organization