The most serious charge against Mr. Weisselberg, grand larceny, carries five to 15 years in prison. Pleading not guiltyBoth Mr. Weisselberg and lawyers for the Trump Organisation pleaded not guilty. The news comes as Mr. Trump has been more seriously discussing a possible comeback run for president in 2024. Mr. Weisselberg has a reputation as a workaholic deeply devoted to Mr. Trump's interests. Mr. Cohen said Mr. Weisselberg was the one who decided how to secretly reimburse him for a $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels, the porn star who said she had sex with Mr. Trump.

Source: The Hindu July 01, 2021 21:40 UTC