Trump could admit to having an affair — if only so he can use Melania as a defense if his case ever makes it to trial, legal experts say

• Three former prosecutors told Insider that AG Alvin Bragg's hush-money case against Trump is weak.
• But if the matter does make it to trial, the former president could use his wife to his benefit.
• "There are many men who would make those payments if it avoids trouble at home," one legal expert said.

Melania Trump, the exceedingly private former first lady, could eventually be forced to the forefront of her husband's criminal defense on felony charges — if the case ever makes it to trial.