The ongoing criminal trial against former President Donald Trump in Manhattan for alleged hush money payments made to former adult film star Stormy Daniels in 2016 has sparked discussions about the possibility of Trump’s wife, Melania Trump, testifying against him.
On ABC’s The View, ex-Trump aide Alyssa Farah Griffin weighed in on the possibility of Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg calling Melania Trump to testify, saying it could “backfire” and come across as salacious. Farah Griffin emphasized that the case will likely focus on a paper trail, and calling Melania Trump could be perceived as inappropriate, especially since she has never publicly broken with her husband on major issues.
Legal experts are divided on the likelihood of Melania Trump testifying. Some believe she would have to testify if subpoenaed, unless she can assert some form of privilege. Others argue the likelihood is low since she has no direct involvement in the underlying allegations involving Daniels.
The trial continued in Manhattan with jury selection, during which the names of potential witnesses, including Trump’s adult children and Melania, were read aloud. The case centers around allegations that Trump falsified New York business records to conceal information from the public during the 2016 presidential election.
Trump has pleaded not guilty to the charges and denied any wrongdoing. He faces accusations of fraudulently concealing crimes to influence the 2016 election
