Chapter
The Importance of Routine Crimes in Political Trials
13:14 - 24:39 (11:24)
The government not only needs evidence but also must show that the crime charged is a routine one that is normally charged in order to differentiate from a show trial. Selective prosecution requires treating people equally and without stretching laws.
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The option of using a bare bones indictment versus a speaking indictment is discussed, with the latter being used in the special counsel investigation to make the document more digestible for the public and provide a big picture of the story.
13:14 - 15:06 (01:51)
Summary
The option of using a bare bones indictment versus a speaking indictment is discussed, with the latter being used in the special counsel investigation to make the document more digestible for the public and provide a big picture of the story.
ChapterThe Importance of Routine Crimes in Political Trials
EpisodeThe Manhattan Arraignment
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
The National Choir and American Media Inc. had an agreement with Trump before 2016 to be vigilant.
15:06 - 16:48 (01:42)
Summary
The National Choir and American Media Inc. had an agreement with Trump before 2016 to be vigilant. Although Michael Cohen's credibility is debated, the statement of facts seeks to address criticisms towards this ongoing issue.
ChapterThe Importance of Routine Crimes in Political Trials
EpisodeThe Manhattan Arraignment
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
The government must be able to show that they have evidence of a routine crime and are not stretching to find an obscure law to charge someone with.
16:49 - 22:35 (05:45)
Summary
The government must be able to show that they have evidence of a routine crime and are not stretching to find an obscure law to charge someone with. Selective prosecution requires treating people equally and not singling anyone out for being part of a protected class.
ChapterThe Importance of Routine Crimes in Political Trials
EpisodeThe Manhattan Arraignment
PodcastProsecuting Donald Trump
The charges against the Trump Organization involve allegations of a 15-year scheme to avoid taxes on executive compensation by disguising employee perks and benefits as business expenses.
22:35 - 24:39 (02:03)
Summary
The charges against the Trump Organization involve allegations of a 15-year scheme to avoid taxes on executive compensation by disguising employee perks and benefits as business expenses. The intent to conceal this from the IRS by falsifying business records could be a felony if done with the intent to commit or cover up another crime.