Former National Enquirer publisher details alleged "catch and kill" scheme in Trump trial

CBS News Videos

April 23, 2024 at 7:39 PM

Oops!
Something went wrong.
Please try again later.

David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, detailed an alleged "catch and kill" scheme in which his paper would buy the rights to damaging stories about former President Donald Trump during his 2016 campaign and never publish them. Pecker testified it was this scheme that ultimately led to the payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels. Robert Costa reports.

Yahoo News
Trump trial updates: Prosecution plays Cohen’s secret recording of Trump discussing payment to Karen McDougal
During the 10th day of former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial, jurors heard a secret recording made by former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen that captured his boss talking about a payment to former Playboy model Karen McDougal.
Yahoo News
Trump trial updates: David Pecker testifies about election-year hush money payments to Stormy Daniels, Karen McDougal
David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, told the jury in former President Donald Trump's hush money trial about negotiations in 2016 with two women looking to sell their stories about alleged sexual relationships with Trump.
Yahoo News
Trump trial updates: Focus shifts to $130,000 payment made to Stormy Daniels
Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker concluded his testimony about a deal to kill negative stories about former President Trump during the 2016 campaign, and two more witnesses were called.
The Yodel
Supreme Court appears split over Trump immunity claims, Harvey Weinstein heads for a retrial and 'Challengers' hits theaters
The stories you need to start your day: Trump's immunity claims, the NFL draft and more in today’s edition of The Yodel newsletter
Yahoo News
Trump trial updates: Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker details efforts to help Trump's 2016 campaign
In what amounted to incredibly damning testimony, former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker laid out the 2015 deal he reached with Donald Trump “to help the campaign.”
Yahoo Sports
J.J. Watt opens door to play for Texans, former teammate DeMeco Ryans
"Don't call unless you absolutely need it, but, if you ever do call, I'll be there."
Yahoo News
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vows student Gaza protester demands will 'NEVER' be met. Here's how we got here.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a social media post Sunday that the University of Texas would not meet the demands of student protesters.
Yahoo Life Shopping
I'm an interior designer, and these are my favorite deals from Wayfair's Way Day rug sale— save up to 80% off
Score deeply discounted floor coverings from some of my favorite brands — Kelly Clarkson, Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines and Loloi.
Yahoo Life Shopping
Julia Roberts' favorite multitasking moisturizer is on sale for just $14 at Amazon
The ever-Pretty Woman uses this face and body cream to keep her youthful glow.
Autoblog
The best aluminum polish of 2024
Aluminum polish is great for restoring and protecting metal surfaces. It can be used on wheels, exhaust tips, and other metal surfaces that need cleaning.
Yahoo Life Shopping
This air fryer that's 'the future of cooking' is on sale at Amazon for just $60 — that's nearly 40% off
More than 29,000 Amazon shoppers are sold on this hot appliance.
Yahoo Life Shopping
'Silky and cool': This queen sheet set with 58,000+ fans is just $18 at Wayfair's Way Day sale (that's 60% off)
The wildly popular bed coverings are supremely soft, machine washable and resistant to pilling.
Yahoo Life Shopping
Best Wayfair Way Day kitchen deals: Save up to 75% on pro baker-approved knife sets, cookware and more
I spotted a Staub 4-piece baker set for a low $50, a KitchenAid 12-piece knife block set for only $53 and so much more.
Yahoo Personal Finance
Mortgage rates today, May 5, 2024: Rates barely tick up
These are today's mortgage rates. Average rates shouldn't drop soon, so if you're ready to buy now, no need to wait for rates to fall. Lock in your rate today.
Yahoo Sports
Bulls' Lonzo Ball picks up $21.4 million option for 2024-25 season amid knee concerns
Ball hasn't played since the 2021-22 season.
Yahoo Movies
May the Fourth be with you: Photos show how 'Star Wars' fans are celebrating the iconic films this year
Fans across the globe are dressed to the nines in their Star Wars gear.
Yahoo Finance
Why Warren Buffett's billions in cash at Berkshire Hathaway is a bearish stock market signal
Berkshire Hathaway cut its stake in Apple by about 13% as its cash pile hit a record high in the first quarter. A bearish signal all around?
Yahoo Sports
Mavericks' Maxi Kleber reportedly out indefinitely with dislocated shoulder
Kleber suffered the injury during the Mavericks' series-clinching win Friday night over the Clippers.
Yahoo Life Shopping
‘I have baby feet’: This $10 pumice stone with 45,000 five-star ratings can get your feet ‘sandal-ready’
Slough away stubborn foot calluses with this must-have.
TechCrunch
Women in AI: Tara Chklovski is teaching the next generation of AI innovators
To give AI-focused women academics and others their well-deserved — and overdue — time in the spotlight, TechCrunch has been publishing a series of interviews focused on remarkable women who’ve contributed to the AI revolution. Tara Chklovski is the CEO and founder of Technovation, a nonprofit that helps teach young girls about technology and entrepreneurship.

News

Life

Entertainment

Finance

Sports

New on Yahoo

Former National Enquirer publisher details alleged "catch and kill" scheme in Trump trial

Recommended Stories

Trump trial updates: Prosecution plays Cohen’s secret recording of Trump discussing payment to Karen McDougal

Trump trial updates: David Pecker testifies about election-year hush money payments to Stormy Daniels, Karen McDougal

Trump trial updates: Focus shifts to $130,000 payment made to Stormy Daniels

Supreme Court appears split over Trump immunity claims, Harvey Weinstein heads for a retrial and 'Challengers' hits theaters

Trump trial updates: Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker details efforts to help Trump's 2016 campaign

J.J. Watt opens door to play for Texans, former teammate DeMeco Ryans

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott vows student Gaza protester demands will 'NEVER' be met. Here's how we got here.

I'm an interior designer, and these are my favorite deals from Wayfair's Way Day rug sale— save up to 80% off

Julia Roberts' favorite multitasking moisturizer is on sale for just $14 at Amazon

The best aluminum polish of 2024

This air fryer that's 'the future of cooking' is on sale at Amazon for just $60 — that's nearly 40% off

'Silky and cool': This queen sheet set with 58,000+ fans is just $18 at Wayfair's Way Day sale (that's 60% off)

Best Wayfair Way Day kitchen deals: Save up to 75% on pro baker-approved knife sets, cookware and more

Mortgage rates today, May 5, 2024: Rates barely tick up

Bulls' Lonzo Ball picks up $21.4 million option for 2024-25 season amid knee concerns

May the Fourth be with you: Photos show how 'Star Wars' fans are celebrating the iconic films this year

Why Warren Buffett's billions in cash at Berkshire Hathaway is a bearish stock market signal

Mavericks' Maxi Kleber reportedly out indefinitely with dislocated shoulder

‘I have baby feet’: This $10 pumice stone with 45,000 five-star ratings can get your feet ‘sandal-ready’

Women in AI: Tara Chklovski is teaching the next generation of AI innovators