As of May 2026, the legal battles between President Donald Trump and writer E. Jean Carroll have reached a critical stage in the federal appellate process. There are two distinct civil judgments currently involved, both of which have been upheld by the Second Circuit Court of Appeals.
Status of the Two Verdicts
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The $5 Million Verdict (2023):
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In May 2023, a federal jury found Trump liable for the sexual abuse and defamation of E. Jean Carroll.
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This verdict was officially upheld by the Second Circuit Court of Appeals in December 2024.
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Trump has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to review this case. As of May 2026, the Supreme Court has not yet announced whether it will grant his petition to hear the appeal.
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