Cohen says he wanted help reducing sentence
Michael Cohen told the jury that he wanted the Manhattan district attorney to publicly acknowledge his cooperation in this case to assist in his bid for a reduced sentence in his federal conviction on charges related to the Stormy Daniels hush money arrangement.
"You wanted the district attorney's office to publicly acknowledge that you were cooperating?" Blanche asked.
"I would say so, yes," Cohen said.
"You were trying to get your sentence ... lowered, right?" Blanche said.
"I was looking for a reduction in the home confinement portion," Cohen said.
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However, the DA's office never publicly announced Cohen's cooperation.
"There was no letter or public announcement made about your cooperation," Blanche asked.
"That's correct," Cohen said.
Blanche asked Cohen if he had ever met DA Alvin Bragg in person.
"No sir," said Cohen.
Testimony subsequently concluded for the day, with Cohen's cross-examination scheduled to continue when court resumes on Thursday.