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E. Jean Carroll collects more than $5 million from Trump in sexual abuse and defamation case
By Dareh Gregorian | NBC News at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
E. Jean Carroll has collected her $5 million judgment against President Donald Trump, more than three years after a jury found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming her, court records show.
The money, which was being held in a court escrow account, has been “disbursed” to Carroll’s atto...
Key takeaway Jean Carroll has collected her $5 million judgment against President Donald Trump, more than three years after a jury found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming her, court records show.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The resolution of E. Jean Carroll's case against Donald Trump has implications for Los Angeles County residents who have experienced similar trauma. As a community, Los Angeles has a strong network of support services for survivors of sexual abuse and defamation. The fact that Carroll was able to collect her judgment, despite Trump's appeals, demonstrates the importance of perseverance in seeking justice. Furthermore, Carroll's plans to use the money to fund her retirement, rather than immediately distributing it to third parties, suggests a practical approach to managing the financial aspects of her case. This outcome may also inform local discussions about the role of the court system in addressing sexual abuse and defamation cases, and the need for continued support for survivors in Los Angeles County. The community will likely be watching to see how this case influences local policies and initiatives aimed at preventing and responding to similar incidents.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? E. Jean Carroll has collected her $5 million judgment against President Donald Trump, more than three years after a jury found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming her, court records show.
The money, which was being held in a court escrow account, has been “disbursed” to Carroll’s atto...
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