Taylor Swift’s 10 Most Powerful Statements From Her Sexual Assault Trial Cross-Examination

 “Thursday (August 10) marks day four of Taylor Swift’s sexual assault trial against former KYGO radio host David Mueller—and it’s arguably the most important one so far. Why? Because Swift herself took the stand to testify against Mueller, and what she said is slowly making its way onto the Internet.

If you’re unfamiliar with the case, here’s a brief overview: According to Swift, Mueller allegedly reached under her skirt and grabbed her ass when the two were taking a photo together during a meet-and-greet on her Red Tour in 2013. Mueller sued Swift two years later for $3 million, claiming her allegations were false. Swift is countersuing for just $1. (More on that here.)

Mueller’s attorney, Gabe McFarland, cross-examined Swift, and multiple sources reported that she stood firmly with her initial statements throughout the entire process. According to Vulture, Swift forwent all formalities (like “sir”) and simply called McFarland by his first name. Her answers were direct, stern, and unwavering.”