Supreme Court Denies Trump's Appeal in E. Jean Carroll Sexual Abuse Verdict
The US Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump's bid to overturn a $5 million sexual abuse verdict, solidifying the judgment against him.
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The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump's appeal to overturn a $5 million sexual abuse verdict in favor of E. Jean Carroll, solidifying the judgment against him. This decision, handed down on June 29, 2026, marks the latest development in a long-running legal battle.
The original verdict, reached by a jury in May 2023, found Trump liable for sexually abusing Carroll and for defamation. Trump subsequently challenged this ruling, but a federal appeals court upheld the $5 million judgment in December 2024.
Following the appeals court's affirmation, Trump had asked the nation's highest court in November 2025 to review the case. The Supreme Court's refusal to hear the appeal means the prior rulings stand, confirming the financial obligation and the finding of liability against the former president.
What each outlet emphasizes
- CNN: emphasizes Trump must pay $5 million after appeal denial
- BBC: highlights the Supreme Court's rejection of Trump's appeal and the financial implications
- The Guardian: reports on the US Supreme Court rejecting Trump's bid to appeal the verdict
- AP: provides context on the Supreme Court nearing the end of its term with momentous cases
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