# Roger Stone: I Forgive Michael Cohen (12 min) | 07-05-26

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Podcast: [77 WABC MiniCasts](https://stenobird.com/podcast/77-wabc-minicasts-5907352)
Published: 2026-07-05T21:00:00+00:00
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Roger Stone reflects on the complex legal and personal evolution of Michael Cohen, transitioning from a loyal "fixer" to a pivotal witness against Donald Trump. Stone meticulously separates Cohen’s admitted personal crimes, such as tax evasion and bank fraud, from the controversial campaign finance allegations that eventually formed the basis for later prosecutions of the former President. The narrative highlights a shared experience of federal pressure, as Stone compares his own legal battles and refusal to "flip" with Cohen’s decision to cooperate with investigators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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