Michael Cohen to Testify Before Manhattan Grand Jury in Investigation of Trump’s Hush Money Payments

Former President Donald Trump’s former lawyer and fixer Michael Cohen is scheduled to testify before a Manhattan grand jury on Monday, according to two people familiar with the matter. The grand jury is investigating hush-money payments made on the former president’s behalf.

Cohen has been preparing for an appearance before the grand jury, which is examining allegations related to the “hush money” payments to adult film actress Stormy Daniels during Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has also invited Trump to testify before the grand jury.

The two people familiar with the matter spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity, as grand jury proceedings are confidential. Cohen met with investigators again on Friday, telling reporters he had not yet testified before the grand jury.

Prosecutors often save their most important witnesses until the end stages of a grand jury investigation. It is unclear what Cohen’s testimony will entail, but it could provide further insight into the hush-money payments and the former president’s involvement.

The grand jury’s investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear when it will conclude. It is also unclear if Trump will accept the invitation to testify before the grand jury.