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E. Jean Carroll receives $5.6M from Trump in sexual abuse and defamation case
By Bill Chappell | NPR at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
E. Jean Carroll has been paid more than $5 million in damages, three years after a jury found President Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation of the writer. Here, Carroll departs Manhattan federal appeals court following arguments in an appeal brought by Trump in New York City in Se...
Key takeaway 625 million in her sexual abuse and defamation case against President Donald Trump — a payment that was delayed for years as Trump filed appeals in the civil case.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The payment of $5.625 million to E. Jean Carroll by President Donald Trump brings a measure of closure to a case that has spanned years, but Angelenos should also be aware of the broader implications for local survivors of sexual abuse and defamation. As a community, Los Angeles has a strong network of support services for survivors, and this case may encourage more individuals to come forward and seek justice. The fact that Trump's appeals were ultimately unsuccessful may also embolden local law enforcement and prosecutors to pursue similar cases with greater vigor. Furthermore, the separate $83 million defamation lawsuit filed by Carroll, which is still pending appeal, could have significant implications for California's laws and regulations regarding defamation and sexual abuse, potentially leading to changes that affect local residents and businesses.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
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