Trump to Pay $83.3 Million in Defamation Case: Jury Rules Against Ex-President
In a recent civil trial, a New York jury decided that Donald Trump must pay $83.3 million for defaming columnist E. Jean Carroll in 2019.
The penalty includes $18.3 million for compensatory damages and $65 million in punitive damages. Trump, previously found liable in a similar case, plans to appeal, calling it a “witch hunt.”
The compensatory damages aim to address harm to Carroll’s reputation and well-being. Carroll sees the verdict as a victory for women standing up against bullies.
Trump, denying wrongdoing, faces legal challenges, and this ruling adds to the earlier $5 million damages he was ordered to pay Carroll.
The case centers on defamatory comments in 2019, and Trump’s departure from court followed a judge’s threat to jail his lawyer.
Trump faces multiple legal issues, claiming they are politically motivated. As the potential 2024 White House contender, this ruling may impact Trump’s future.
(Source: BBC)
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68109999