Many women, in particular, wish to see Trump face significant consequences in E Jean Carroll's sexual abuse case. They also seek accountability for the numerous women who have accused him of sexual assault, fearing they will never receive justice for themselves. Here are the recent developments in the legal battle between E. Jean Carroll and Donald Trump, currently in the appeals court.
A jury verdict in May 2023 deemed Trump responsible for sexually abusing and defaming Carroll, resulting in a US $5 million damages award. Nonetheless, Trump's subsequent appeal prompted a new legal showdown on September 6, 2024.
During Friday's hearing, Trump's attorney, D. John Sauer, resorted to the familiar 'he said, she said' argument that had previously failed in the trial. The judges seemed doubtful of Trump's effort to reverse the verdict, and the panel reserved their decision.
Post-hearing, Trump, standing outside the courthouse, as usual, bemoaned his situation to the media, criticizing his legal team's performance, stating, "I’m disappointed in my legal talent." His legal team stood behind him, listening to his words. One could only wonder what thoughts were running through their minds.
In contrast, E. Jean Carroll praised her attorney, Robbie Kaplan, on Threads, saying, "Thank you to the illustrious Robbie Kaplan! She CRUSHED Trump's argument before the United States Court of Appeals yesterday. She turned Trump's two tables-full of attorneys into mincemeat." Carroll commended her legal representation, starkly contrasting Trump's complaints about his attorneys.
E. Jean Carroll's success is imperative. Her lawsuit concerns a prominent figure with a notorious history of allegations dating back to the 1990s, accused by numerous women of misconduct, who remains unaccountable. The verdict in Carroll's case provides a vital sense of justice and accountability. While not wholly adequate, as the conduct attributed to Trump has been disregarded for an extended period, it represents a significant, albeit incremental, advance. Confronting routine abuses of power that profoundly affect victims and achieving justice is of paramount importance. The next critical step is for the judicial panel to dismiss Trump's appeal.
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