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Trump Found Liable for Sexual Abuse; $5 Million Awarded

11/2/2025

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The U.S. President Donald Trump was found liable for sexually abusing E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s.
The jury awarded about $5 million in damages.
The jury did not find liability for rape.
Carroll said the verdict is a victory for all women who have faced disbelief.
Trump's lawyer announced plans to appeal.

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Story summary

The U.S. President Donald Trump was found liable for sexually abusing E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s.
The jury awarded about $5 million in damages.
The jury did not find liability for rape.
Carroll said the verdict is a victory for all women who have faced disbelief.
Trump's lawyer announced plans to appeal.