Former President Donald Trump has once again been accused of falling asleep during his ongoing hush money trial, this time during a “critical” moment of proceedings. According to legal expert Norm Eisen, who witnessed the trial on Friday, Trump was asleep as his former White House aide Hope Hicks testified under oath.
Hicks’ emotional testimony included details about Trump’s reaction to the exposure of his alleged affairs with Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal, as well as concerns about the impact of the Access Hollywood tape on his 2016 election chances.
Eisen, who served as special counsel to the House Judiciary Committee during Trump’s first impeachment, told CNN that Trump was visibly asleep, with his eyes closed and remaining immobile for a period.
This is not the first time Trump has been accused of sleeping during the trial, with reports from inside the courtroom frequently describing him as having his eyes closed and appearing to be asleep.
Trump has denied these claims, taking to Truth Social to assert that he only closes his eyes to “listen intensely” and take everything in. However, Eisen’s account contradicts this claim, suggesting that Trump was asleep during a critical moment of the trial.
Hicks’ testimony was a remarkable moment in the trial, as she provided insight into Trump’s inner circle and his response to the allegations of infidelity. Her emotional testimony, which included tears, highlighted the gravity of the situation and the potential consequences for Trump.
The ongoing trial has sparked widespread interest and scrutiny, with many observers eager to see what the proceedings reveal. Trump’s alleged sleepiness during the trial has added a new layer of intrigue, raising questions about his engagement and focus during these critical proceedings.
