The Supreme Court has delayed President Trump’s appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case 15 times, with no explanation given for the delays. The case involves a federal jury’s finding that Trump sexually abused and defamed Carroll, a magazine columnist.
Background
Carroll sued Trump in 2019 for defamation and again in 2022 for defamation and battery after New York enacted a law allowing victims of sexual abuse to file civil claims for past incidents. The 2022 case went to trial first, and the jury awarded Carroll $5 million. Trump has repeatedly denied wrongdoing and claimed the judge made errors by allowing the jury to hear testimony from two women who alleged Trump sexually assaulted them.
Trump’s attorneys have argued that the district court acted improperly and that the case should be overturned. Carroll’s attorneys have argued that the court acted within its jurisdiction and that the verdict was reasonable.
Delays and Next Steps
The Supreme Court’s delays have benefited Trump, as they have deferred the $5 million verdict. The court may be waiting for other appeals involving the Trump and Carroll dispute, which are expected soon. The Justice Department has also launched a criminal investigation into Carroll, focused on whether she committed perjury in testimony tied to the pending appeal.
Original reporting: KTVZ (Central Oregon) — read the source article.
