E. Jean Carroll and Trump
A Verdict Echoing Truth: Jury Orders Trump to Pay $83 Million for Defaming E. Jean Carroll In a verdict reverberating across the nation, a New York jury on January 26, 2024, ordered former President Donald Trump to pay $83.3 million in damages to journalist and advice columnist E. Jean Carroll for defaming her. The case stemmed from Carroll's accusation that Trump sexually assaulted her in the 1990s, which he vehemently denied and then attacked her character in public statements. This landmark decision serves as a powerful vindication for Carroll and a stark reminder of the consequences of false and defamatory speech, even from the highest office in the land. It also marks a significant chapter in the #MeToo movement, demonstrating that women who come forward with their stories of abuse can find justice and validation, even against powerful individuals. From Accusation to Defamation: Carroll's accusation against Trump first came to light in June 2019, when she published an exce...