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May 2024
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Felony or witch hunt: Who told the best ...

THE TIMES
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Donald Trump’s 'hush money' trial is in its final stages as the prosecution and defence teams have both now rested their cases. The jury will return on Tuesday for closing arguments - and maybe even a verdict. This is ultimately a trial of two competing stories. So who told theirs best?

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Guest: Will Pavia, New York correspondent for The Times

Host: Luke Jones. 

Clips: ABC News, WPRI, Forbes, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Michael Cohen's TikTok. 

Listen to Jane Mulkerrins discussing Stormy Daniels here.

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