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May 6, 2026
Trump Appeals $83 Million Judgment in E. Jean Carroll Case with DOJ Support
- Trump's legal team is appealing the $83.3 million judgment in E. Jean Carroll's defamation case, now with support from the Department of Justice arguing for presidential immunity.
- A federal appeals court recently rejected Trump's arguments against Carroll, who has accused him of defamation and sexual abuse, with a judge noting the harm caused to her by Trump's statements.
- Carroll's attorney expressed eagerness for the case to conclude, emphasizing the need for justice after years of litigation.
3 Sources
- Trump asks judges to pause E. Jean Carroll ruling so he can appeal case to SCOTUSMay 6, 2026 at 3:33 PM · ABC News
- Trump requests E Jean Carroll $83M judgment stay for pending Supreme Court action on presidential immunityMay 6, 2026 at 4:26 PM · Fox News
- Trump owes E Jean Carroll $83M for sexual abuse and defamation. He’s hoping his DOJ can get him off the hookMay 6, 2026 at 5:51 PM · Independent