There seems to be ever more compelling evidence that Trump, as a citizen, was able to work with, pay or influence media outlets such as the National Enquirer (who exist on media gossip and expose) to actually suppress embarrassing stories about his behaviour.

I guess the question is how much does this really matter? People weren't born politicians. Do you have to show some kind of monastic existence before you embark on a political career. Alternatively if there are skeletons in your cupboard is it better to just accept these and move on or try to cover up and deny if they are exposed? There must be examples across the political spectrum of different approaches and how well they have worked.