With his trial just weeks away, Bill Cosby gave a rare interview to a radio host saying that racism may be a factor in the sexual assault care against him.
In an interview Monday, Cosby spoke with Michael Smerconish on his radio program that airs Tuesday. Smerconish is also host of the CNN television show "Smerconish."
Cosby has been accused by more than 50 women, many of whom say that he drugged and sexually assaulted them, in allegations dating back to 2004.
But his accusers are both black and white, and when Smerconish pointed this out, Cosby suggested that they were "motivated" by different factors - not always racism.
"Nefarious is a great word. And I just truly believe that some of it may very well be that," said Cosby. "When you look at the power structure and when you look at individuals, there are some people that can very well be motivated by whether or not they're going to work or whether they might be able to get back at someone."
Cosby faces three counts of felony aggravated indecent assault. Each carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison, but, if found guilty, the judge has the option to have him serve the sentences concurrently.
Cosby has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
The trial begins in Pennsylvania on June 5th. The jury selection will take place next week.