Stormy Daniels, the adult film actress, testified in a Manhattan courtroom regarding her alleged affair with Donald Trump in 2006. During the trial, held in May 2024, Daniels claimed that Trump had told her he and his wife Melania did not share a room at that time. This statement was referenced before Daniels recounted an incident of a sexual encounter with Trump, an allegation that the former US president has consistently denied.

The courtroom trial primarily revolves around issues related to a $130,000 payment made to Daniels. This payment, made through Trump’s former attorney, Michael Cohen, was allegedly aimed at preventing Daniels from disclosing the affair during the 2016 presidential election. The legal proceedings address 34 charges against Trump for falsifying business records to conceal the said payment, among other related accusations.

In her testimony, Daniels described feeling uncomfortable and unable to leave during her encounter with Trump. She also revisited memories of specific requests made by Trump, which she found derogatory. Trump’s defense has questioned Daniels’ motivations and has suggested she might have ulterior motives.

Moreover, testimony during the trial included insights from former aide Hope Hicks, who indicated that Trump was concerned about the effects such revelations might have on his marriage.

The trial, overseen by Justice Juan Merchan, has brought significant attention to Trump’s personal relationships and continues to unfold with the scrutiny of each party’s credibility and the implications for Trump’s political stature.