Delving into salacious details of an alleged sexual encounter in a Nevada hotel suite with Donald Trump, adult film star Stormy Daniels provided Manhattan prosecutors with helpful – but sometimes irrelevant – context.

Mr Trump has pleaded not guilty to criminal charges of falsifying business records in relation to a hush-money payment made to Ms Daniels. He also denies having sex with her.

One of the most eagerly awaited witnesses of the trial, her appearance in the Manhattan courthouse Tuesday and Thursday proved dramatic.

But whether her at times long-winded testimony significantly boosted prosecutors’ case is unclear.

“She was a very sensational witness. There was a lot of evidence that came out that was wholly irrelevant,” said former Manhattan prosecutor Diana Florence.

“But at the end of the day, she adds context to the story.”

Taking the stand in a modest look with her hair clipped back, Ms Daniels got off to a rocky start Tuesday.

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