Supreme Court Rejects Trump's $5M Challenge on Carroll Verdict

Published on 8/17/2026

Supreme Court Rejects Trump's $5M Challenge on Carroll Verdict

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The Supreme Court denied Donald Trump's attempt to overturn a $5 million jury verdict that found him liable for sexually assaulting and defaming E. Jean Carroll. This decision leaves Trump with no options to challenge the verdict, which Carroll's attorney confirmed is now final. Carroll was awarded more than $5.6 million last month, including post-judgment interest. Trump is also pursuing a separate appeal regarding a federal civil defamation verdict awarding Carroll $83.3 million, on which the Supreme Court has not yet decided. This matters for investors as ongoing legal battles and liabilities could impact Trump's financial standing and market perception.

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