CNS News–E. Jean Carroll, the journalist who recently won a landmark $83.3 million defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump, is contemplating how best to utilize the awarded funds to effect positive change. Despite the potential delay in receiving the funds due to Trump’s intention to appeal, Carroll remains resolute in her commitment to use the money judiciously.
Carroll’s victory is not just a personal triumph but a symbolic one, representing a broader win for women, especially in the current socio-political climate where reproductive rights are under siege in many states. The substantial award—far exceeding the $5 million granted in a separate trial—marks a significant moment in Carroll’s long-standing legal battle against Trump, whom she accused of sexual assault in a department store dressing room decades ago.
Trump’s response to Carroll’s allegations and subsequent legal challenges has been characterized by vehement denials and public disparagement, culminating in the defamation suit that led to the recent jury verdict. The silence from Trump’s camp following the verdict is telling, with Carroll cautiously optimistic about the future.
E. Jean Carroll in her first interview since a jury awarded her $83.3 million in damages against Trump: “I’m not going to waste a cent of this. We’re going to do something good with it.” https://t.co/2DvrBzUIyn
— Brian Stelter (@brianstelter) January 28, 2024
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Looking ahead, Carroll envisions leveraging the financial award to spearhead initiatives that will have a lasting impact. While specific plans are yet to be detailed, the sentiment is clear—this victory is seen as a conduit for broader societal change, particularly in support of women’s rights and justice.