In a recent development in New York, a federal judge has upheld the defamation verdict and $83 million damages award against former President Donald Trump. The judge, Lewis Kaplan, dismissed Trump's motion for a new trial, stating that his legal arguments lack merit. This decision comes after E. Jean Carroll accused Trump of defaming her by denying her allegations of sexual assault.
Judge Kaplan's written opinion, issued on Thursday, affirmed the jury's decision to award punitive damages to Carroll, stating that it is constitutionally sound. The $83 million in damages is one of the largest ever awarded in a defamation case. The ruling marks a significant legal setback for Trump, who continues to deny the allegations made by Carroll.
