Court Affirms E. Jean Carroll’s $83.3 Million Victory in Defamation Case Against Trump
NEW YORK — An appellate court has affirmed a substantial defamation ruling against former President Donald Trump, ordering him to pay E. Jean Carroll approximately $83.3 million. This decision stems from Carroll’s claim that Trump had damaged her reputation after she accused him of sexual assault. The ruling by New York’s appellate court reinforces an earlier jury verdict that found Trump liable for defamation related to his statements denying Carroll’s allegations. The court’s ruling reinforces the jury’s determination that Trump’s comments had significant repercussions on Carroll’s life and career. Carroll, a journalist and author, initially … Read more