Trump found liable for defaming E. Jean Carroll, January trial to determine damages
- Multiple federal judges have ruled that Trump is liable for defamation in lawsuits brought by writer E. Jean Carroll.
- Carroll accused Trump of sexually assaulting her in the 1990s; Trump denied the claims and made comments dismissing her allegations.
- Juries previously found Trump guilty of defaming and sexually abusing Carroll, awarding her $5 million in damages.
- Upcoming January 2024 trial will only focus on determining further damages Trump owes Carroll for original defamatory statements.
- Trump plans to appeal verdicts while facing several other criminal and civil lawsuits on various matters.