Trump Required to Pay $5 Million in Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

In a landmark case that took place in a New York department store in the 1990s, Carroll accused Trump of raping her in a dressing room. Despite the jury finding Trump not guilty of rape, they determined that Carroll had presented enough evidence to prove that Trump had engaged in sexual battery against her and later defamed her by denying her allegations. The verdict was delivered in Manhattan Federal Court.

Trump was ordered to pay $2 million for the sexual battery charge, along with an additional $20,000 in punitive damages. For defamation, Trump was instructed to pay $2.7 million and an extra $280,000 in punitive damages.

It is important to note that this verdict does not result in any criminal charges against Trump. Carroll expressed her relief and vindication following the verdict, stating, "I brought this lawsuit against Donald Trump to reclaim my reputation and move forward with my life. Today, justice has been served.

This victory is not just for me, but for every woman who has faced disbelief when speaking out about their experiences." Trump took to Truth Social to denounce the verdict, labeling it as "A CONTINUATION OF THE GREATEST WITCH HUNT OF ALL TIME."