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Supreme Court again rebuffs Trump’s push to toss out $5 million verdict in E. Jean Carroll case
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· August 17, 2026
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Key points The court denied a request to reconsider a previous ruling. A recent decision by the Supreme Court has been made regarding a case involving a former president.
A recent decision by the Supreme Court has been made regarding a case involving a former president. The court denied a request to reconsider a previous ruling. This case involves a writer who alleged she was abused and defamed.
Further details about the case are available from the Odessa American. The court's decision is part of an ongoing process.
The outcome of a related case is still pending, with a significant amount of money at stake.
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Published: August 17, 2026 ·
Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) ·
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