Why Trump Paid $ 5 Million To Writer E Jean Carroll
Why Trump Paid $ 5 Million To Writer E Jean Carroll Published By, Last Updated: July 14, 2026, 22:52 IST When the allegations were published
Why Trump Paid $ 5 Million To Writer E Jean Carroll Published By, Last Updated: July 14, 2026, 22:52 IST When the allegations were published in a 2019 book, the Republican billionaire called her a "nut job" and claimed she had fabricated her case. The US Supreme Court in late June refused to hear Trump's appeal against the original May 2023 judgment, essentially making that decision final. (Reuters File) US President Donald Trump has paid $5.6 million to writer E. Jean Carroll after a civil jury found he sexually assaulted and defamed her, a court filing showed Tuesday. “Three years ago, a unanimous nine-person jury found President Trump liable for sexually assaulting and defaming E. Jean Carroll," Carroll’s attorney Roberta Kaplan said in a statement. “Today, we are pleased to report that she has received the damages payment the jury awarded her as a result of that verdict," she added.
The US Supreme Court in late June refused to hear Trump’s appeal against the original May 2023 judgment, essentially making that decision final. Carroll, a former journalist and columnist who is now 82, accused the president of assaulting her in a dressing room of a New York department store in 1996. When the allegations were published in a 2019 book, the Republican billionaire called her a “nut job" and claimed she had fabricated her case. In a separate defamation case in New York, Trump was ordered to pay $83.3 million to Carroll. That judgment was upheld on appeal, but its enforcement remains suspended. News18 Newsletter Handpicked stories, in your inbox A newsletter with the best of our journalism submit Key Questions Answered What is the total amount Trump owes E. Jean Carroll? Donald Trump has paid $5.6 million to E.
Jean Carroll. This payment follows a jury verdict that found him liable for sexual assault and defamation. Trump's appeal to the US Supreme Court to overturn the $5 million verdict was rejected. Could this ruling impact Trump's future political career? Donald Trump has paid $5.6 million to E. Jean Carroll following a jury verdict finding him liable for sexual assault and defamation. The US Supreme Court declined to hear Trump's appeal of the $5 million verdict, leaving it intact. Trump has denied all allegations. What happens if Trump refuses to pay the larger judgment? Donald Trump has paid E. Jean Carroll $5.6 million following a jury verdict that found him liable for sexual assault and defamation. The US Supreme Court declined to hear Trump's appeal against the original $5 million judgment, making the decision final.
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