Trump Appeals $5 Million Verdict in E. Jean Carroll Case

Donald Trump’s lawyer urged a federal appeals court to overturn a $5 million jury verdict for sexually assaulting and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll. The trial judge’s decision to allow other women's testimonies was challenged. Trump's appeal follows civil and defamation claims totaling over $88 million in damages awarded to Carroll.

Donald Trump's legal team is calling on a federal appeals court to overturn a $5 million jury verdict that found him liable for sexually assaulting and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll. The appeal, heard by the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Manhattan, contested the trial judge's decision to admit testimonies from other women alleging past sexual misconduct by Trump.

Trump, notably dressed in a blue suit and red tie, maintained a stoic demeanor throughout the hearing. Carroll's attorney, Roberta Kaplan, accused Trump of a continued pattern of inappropriate behavior towards women, claims Trump emphatically denied. The three judges have not indicated when they will deliver a ruling.

The appeal follows a May 2023 verdict and an October 2022 post where Trump dismissed Carroll's allegations as a hoax. Carroll was awarded close to $5 million for her claims. Meanwhile, another jury ordered Trump to pay an additional $83.3 million for defaming Carroll in 2019. Trump continues to refute knowing Carroll, stating she fabricated the story for attention.

(With inputs from agencies.)