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Donald Trump once called Michael Cohen a ‘rat.’ Now they’re having a public conversation
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· August 20, 2026
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Key points The taped phone interview, which lasted 40 minutes, will be their first public conversation since their professional and personal relationship ended over eight years ago. Michael Cohen, formerly Donald Trump's personal lawyer, is set to interview the president on his radio program.
Michael Cohen, formerly Donald Trump's personal lawyer, is set to interview the president on his radio program. The taped phone interview, which lasted 40 minutes, will be their first public conversation since their professional and personal relationship ended over eight years ago. Cohen had previously exposed what he called "dirty deeds" and was labeled a "rat" by Trump.
The two have apparently put their differences aside, with Cohen seeking public détente. The interview is scheduled to air on Thursday evening. Further details about the conversation and the circumstances surrounding it are available from the source.
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