The last witness – former FBI General Counsel James Baker
Recall that Baker was approached by Sussmann for a meeting in September 2016 regarding the Alfa Bank allegations. The lie told at that meeting – that Sussmann wasn’t there on behalf of a client – is at issue in this case.
Sussmann had scheduled the meeting via a text to Baker’s phone. It read:
Baker remarked he was surprised that Sussmann obtained his cell number. They agreed via text to meet at Baker’s FBI office the next day. (Read more: Techno Fog, 5/18/2022) (Archive)
Baker said he has known Sussmann for years. They worked together in the DOJ and in 2016, “I still considered him a friend and colleague” and that he was working with the DNC “or the Hillary committee” in “connection with cyber matters.” #SussmannTrial
— John Haughey (@JFHaughey58) May 18, 2022
On Sept. 18, 2016, a Sunday evening, Baker said Sussmann texted his personal phone seeking a meeting. Sussmann wrote: “I have something time-sensitive (and sensitive)” and that he was not seeking a meeting on behalf of clients. “I want to help the bureau, thanks.” #SussmannTrial
— John Haughey (@JFHaughey58) May 18, 2022
Sept. 19 Sussmann-Baker meeting is where testimony resumes Thursday. Regarding March 2022 discovery request for text, phone, email records: “The way I thought about it, I’m not out to get Michael. This is not my investigation, this is your, investigation.” #SussmannTrial
— John Haughey (@JFHaughey58) May 18, 2022
Here’s a more in-depth Transcript review of Day 3 – Sussmann Trial
This fellow will be reading pertinent parts from the Sussmann trial transcripts. Definitely one to follow:
Sussmann Day 4 transcript review live in 20! Will also finish Elias from yesterday before jumping into Jim Baker. https://t.co/CuA8DpFi2V
— Robert Gouveia Esq. (@RobGouveiaEsq) May 19, 2022