Porn star Stormy Daniels testified vividly in Donald Trump‘s trial, describing their 2006 encounter and its aftermath.
Daniels, 45, recounted details of the encounter and the subsequent hush money deal she reached before the 2016 election.
She revealed feeling ostracized and harassed after the arrangement became public in 2018. When asked about a social media post where Trump referred to someone as “horseface and sleazebag,” Daniels confirmed Trump was referring to her.
Trump’s legal team aimed to discredit Daniels, highlighting inconsistencies in her statements over the years. Daniels admitted to harboring negative feelings towards Trump and a desire to profit from her story.
Despite Trump’s not-guilty plea to charges of falsifying records related to a hush money payment, Daniels’ testimony fueled further scrutiny.
Daniels portrayed Trump’s advances during their encounter, stating Trump made sexual advances in a hotel suite in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, during a golf tournament.
She mentioned feeling coerced and waking up undressed on the bed, trying to block out the experience. Daniels revealed Trump’s proposition for her to appear on “The Apprentice” after their encounter.
The trial, seen as a political move ahead of the Nov. 5 election, carries emotional weight for Daniels. Growing up in a low-income household, she detailed her past struggles.
Daniels wore a black outfit and recalled Trump’s demeanor during the encounter, including his choice of attire and behavior.
Despite Trump’s marriage to Melania at the time, Daniels testified that their interaction included spanking Trump with a magazine.
The trial unfolds as part of a broader legal battle for Trump, facing charges related to his 2020 election defeat and mishandling classified documents.
Daniels’ testimony provided insights into Trump’s personal life and the allegations against him, adding another layer to the legal and political drama surrounding the former president.
