'Convicted liar': Cohen claims he often lied and bullied people for Trump in trial testimony

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Former lawyer Michael Cohen  testified Monday that he would often lie to others for former President Donald Trump because it "was needed in order to accomplish the task."

The former lawyer also said he would also often bull people because "the only thing on my mind was to accomplish the task, to keep him happy," Cohen said, referring to Trump.

Cohen, who noted that he called Trump "boss" or "Mr. Trump" during his time working for the organization said that he enjoyed his time working for Trump, saying that the organization "was fantastic... working for him of those 10 years was an amazing experience... there were great times, there were less than great times, but for the most part, I enjoyed the responsibilities given to me."

The former Trump lawyer added that Trump also liked to be frequently informed on tasks Cohen was carrying out, especially if that matter was troubling for Trump.

Cohen's credibility has been questioned by Trump allies, with top GOP lawmakers Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio and Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., arguing that the former lawyer is a "convicted liar."

Cohen pleaded guilting in 2018 to campaign finance violations, making false statements to Congress and tax evasion. He was sentenced to three years in prison.