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Appeals court upholds $83 million judgment against Trump for defaming E. Jean Carroll

SUMMARY

A federal appeals court in New York has upheld an $83.3 million judgment against Donald Trump for defaming former magazine columnist E. Jean Carroll in 2019. The court stated that Trump did not present grounds for reconsidering presidential immunity. It affirmed that the district court made no errors in its rulings and found the jury's damages to be fair and reasonable.

This ruling emphasizes accountability for statements made, regardless of Trump's status. The court's decision reflects ongoing legal battles surrounding Trump's remarks.


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