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Judge Orders Immediate Release of $5.8 Million Payment to E. Jean Carroll from Donald Trump

A federal judge has mandated that E. Jean Carroll receive the $5.8 million awarded to her after a jury found former President Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation.

Jul 9, 2026, 2:56 AM NBC Politics

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A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of $5.8 million to E. Jean Carroll, following a jury verdict that held former President Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing her in 1996 and subsequently defaming her.

The ruling comes after a legal battle in which Carroll accused Trump of sexual abuse and defamation. NBC News legal analyst Danny Cevallos provided explanations of the judge's decision.

This payment represents the damages awarded to Carroll as a result of the jury's findings.

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