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Trump Heads To Court To Appeal E. Jean Carroll Verdict – What Happens Next?
In a shocking move, former President Donald Trump has announced that he will be appealing the recent verdict in the defamation lawsuit filed by E. Jean Carroll, a columnist who accused Trump of rape. The development comes just days after a New York state court ruled in Carroll’s favor, ordering Trump to pay her $355,000 in damages.
The Verdict: A Setback for Trump
The original lawsuit, filed in 2019, stems from Carroll’s 2019 book, "What Do We Need Men For?: A Modest Proposal," in which she wrote about her alleged encounter with Trump at the Bergdorf Goodman department store in 1996. Trump has consistently denied the allegations, calling them "false" and "politically motivated."
In January, Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Doris Ling-Cohan ruled that Trump’s denial of Carroll’s allegations in a 2019 interview with Fox News was a "verbal perjury" that damaged Carroll’s reputation and led to economic harm.
What’s Next in the Appeal Process?
Now that Trump has decided to appeal the verdict, the case will move to the New York Appellate Division, First Department. The appellate court will review the trial court’s decision and could potentially uphold the verdict, reverse it, or remand it back to the trial court for further proceedings.
In an appeal, Trump’s legal team is likely to argue that the trial court erred in its finding of defamation, or that Carroll’s damages were excessive. Carroll’s legal team, on the other hand, will likely argue that the trial court’s finding was supported by the evidence and that the verdict is consistent with New York state law.
The Larger Implications of the Case
The Trump-Carroll case has significant implications for the #MeToo movement and the legal treatment of sexual misconduct allegations. If Trump’s appeal is unsuccessful, the verdict could set a powerful precedent for survivors of sexual assault seeking justice and holding powerful men accountable for their actions.
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Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story. We will continue to monitor the appeal process and bring you the latest news and analysis as more information becomes available.
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