Friday, January 26, 2024

E. Jean Carroll


 


E. Jean Carroll Awarded $83.3 Million in Defamation Lawsuit Against Donald Trump 😃



A federal jury in New York has decided that E. Jean Carroll, an advice columnist and author, should receive $83.3 million in compensation for harmful comments made by Donald Trump in 2019. Trump's remarks, which were critical of Carroll's character and honesty, caused her to face threats and harassment from his supporters for several years.

The majority of the award consisted of $65 million in punitive damages. The jurors determined that Trump had acted with malice towards Carroll after she accused him of sexually assaulting her in the 1990s.

The jurors also granted a total of $18.3 million in compensatory damages. These damages are meant to make up for the harm that Carroll experienced due to Trump's comments, including emotional distress and damage to her reputation.

The decision is a big win for Carroll, who has been outspoken in her criticism of Trump since she first accused him of sexual assault in 2019. She has stated that the lawsuit was about holding Trump responsible for his actions and preventing other women from being silenced.

Trump has promised to challenge the court's decision. He has consistently rejected Carroll's allegations and has described the legal action as a "witch hunt."

This statement means that Donald Trump is currently dealing with multiple legal cases as he plans to run for president in 2024. Additionally, he has been formally accused of committing various crimes, such as tax fraud and breaking campaign finance laws.

The decision is expected to make other women who have been victims of sexual assault by influential men hesitant to come forward with their accusations. However, it also demonstrates that it is possible to make even the most powerful individuals responsible for their behavior.




Additional Points:

The jury deliberated for about three hours before reaching a verdict.

The trial took place in a federal court located in Manhattan.

Judge Lewis A. Kaplan presided over the trial.

Carroll was represented by attorneys Roberta Kaplan and Douglas Wigdor.

The attorney, Alina Habba, acted as the legal representative for Trump.



The verdict is a significant advancement in the #MeToo movement, which has witnessed a surge of women speaking out with allegations of sexual assault against influential men. It indicates a shift in attitudes and shows that women are no longer willing to be silenced.


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