Jury to begin deliberations in Kenyatta Johnson trial
Closing arguments in the three-week trial focused on contrasting explanations of the true intent of consulting fees paid to the Council member’s wife.
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Closing arguments in the three-week trial focused on contrasting explanations of the true intent of consulting fees paid to the Council member’s wife.
Defense attorneys are expected to question witnesses for up to three days before the jury starts its deliberations.
Eve Lewis provided testimony on Tuesday that was different from what she told a grand jury in 2019.
Prosecutors have called more than a dozen witnesses during eight days of testimony. The defense could begin its case as early as Monday.
Prosecutors say Dawn Chavous’ consulting firm was used to conceal payments to her husband. And that she did little work for the nonprofit.