Trump Attorney Michael Cohen Splits With His Legal Team
- Cohen plans to hire a new lawyer, says person familiar
- Choice of attorney could steer decision on cooperation
Michael Cohen exits federal court in New York, on May 30.
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Michael Cohen, President Donald Trump’s longtime personal attorney and fixer, is parting ways with his legal team as federal prosecutors in New York pursue a criminal investigation of him, according to a person familiar with the case.
Under deep financial pressure, Cohen plans to hire a new lawyer for the next phase of the probe, the person said. Cohen’s move to switch lawyers was interpreted by some legal observers as a sign he may seek to cooperate with federal prosecutors. But he could have other motives -- it’s unclear, for example, how Cohen plans to fund his expensive legal defense.