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The Guardian - US
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Lloyd Green

Liable for sexual abuse, yes – but Trump’s political career is far from over

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‘The GOP primary field is too timid to comment, let alone criticize or condemn Donald Trump.’ Photograph: Spencer Platt/Getty Images

It is the worst of times and the best of times for Donald Trump. On Tuesday, he suffered another legal defeat. A federal jury found him liable for the sexual abuse, forcible touching, and defamation of E Jean Carroll. She was awarded $5m in damages.

The 45th president, however, escaped liability for rape. He also leads Joe Biden in their latest hypothetical match-up, while Ron DeSantis fades in the rearview mirror.

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