A New York jury has directed former President Donald Trump to pay $83.3 million to columnist E. Jean Carroll for defamation. The jury found Trump responsible for tarnishing Carroll’s reputation after she accused him of sexual assault.
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The award breakdown includes $65 million in punitive damages, $11 million in compensatory damages to Carroll’s reputation and an additional $7.3 million. Although this is the second time Trump has been ordered to pay restitution to Carroll, he is expected to appeal the verdict.
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Judge Lewis Kaplan previously ruled that Trump defamed Carroll before the trial began. The role of the jury is to determine the amount of compensation, not liability.
In response to the verdict, the Trump 2024 campaign released a statement asserting that the trial was a “political weapon,” with plans to appeal. Trump denounced the decision, calling it part of “Witch Hunt directed by Joe Biden.”
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The ruling follows Trump’s recent victory in the New Hampshire primary, cementing his position as the Republican front-runner. At the same time, Trump faces other legal challenges, including a civil trial in New York that could result in a $250 million settlement for fraudulent business practices.
The defamation case dates back to 2019 when Carroll accused Trump of sexual assault, leading to a lawsuit. The jury’s recent decision highlights the ongoing legal battles the former president faces on multiple fronts.
Source: https://anhngunewlight.edu.vn
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