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E. Jean Carroll is paid $5.8M in Trump sex abuse and defamation case
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· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway 6 million, which includes a jury award and interest.
A notable development has occurred in a high-profile lawsuit. E. Jean Carroll, a writer, has received a significant payment in her case against former President Donald Trump.
6 million, which includes a jury award and interest. This payment was made from an escrow account where the funds had been held since the 2023 verdict. Carroll's lawyer confirmed the payment, expressing satisfaction that the damages have been received.
Further details about the case and its ongoing appeals are available from the original source, including statements from Carroll and her lawyer, as well as actions taken by Trump's legal team.
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Category: local Published: July 14, 2026 Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) Reading time: 1 min
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