Alan Dershowitz: Are the rich above the law?
Alan Dershowitz is one of America’s most high profile lawyers – his long list of past clients includes Claus von Bulow, OJ Simpson, Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump.
In the United States all citizens are equal in the eyes of the law, but having money and power helps if you need legal difficulties to disappear. HARDtalk’s Stephen Sackur speaks to lawyer Alan Dershowitz. He's one of America’s most high profile and outspoken lawyers – his long list of past clients includes Claus von Bulow, OJ Simpson, Jeffrey Epstein and, yes, Donald Trump. Prof Dershowitz joined the legal team arguing for acquittal in the recent Senate impeachment trial. He’s a skilled lawyer, has he used those skills wisely?
Photo: Alan Dershowitz (Credit: Mario Tama/Getty Images)
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