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In this episode, we delve into the controversial life and career of Roy Cohn, one of America’s most infamous lawyers and political operatives. From his pivotal role in the Rosenberg espionage trial to his notorious partnership with Senator Joseph McCarthy during the Army-McCarthy hearings, we trace Cohn’s influence across decades of American history. We also examine his high-profile legal battles in New York, his political maneuvering, and his work representing figures like Donald Trump. Finally, we discuss Cohn’s dramatic fall from grace, his disbarment, and the enduring impact he left on the public and political landscape.
In this episode, we delve into the controversial life and career of Roy Cohn, one of America’s most infamous lawyers and political operatives. From his pivotal role in the Rosenberg espionage trial to his notorious partnership with Senator Joseph McCarthy during the Army-McCarthy hearings, we trace Cohn’s influence across decades of American history. We also examine his high-profile legal battles in New York, his political maneuvering, and his work representing figures like Donald Trump. Finally, we discuss Cohn’s dramatic fall from grace, his disbarment, and the enduring impact he left on the public and political landscape.