Supreme Court declines to revisit E. Jean Carroll case against Trump

The U.S. Supreme Court has once again refused

The U.S. Supreme Court has once again refused to intervene in a case involving President Donald Trump and writer E. Jean Carroll, leaving intact a $5 million civil judgment against him. The decision, issued without comment on Monday, marks the second time the high court has rebuffed Trump's efforts to challenge the outcome.

In 2023, a jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing Carroll and for defaming her in connection with her allegations. The verdict awarded Carroll $5 million in damages. Trump's legal team has consistently argued that the case should be dismissed, citing various legal grounds, but the courts have upheld the jury's decision.

The Supreme Court's latest action, an unsigned order listing Trump's petition among others under "rehearings denied," effectively closes the door on further appeals at the federal level. The court did not provide any explanation for its decision, which is typical for such denials.

Carroll, a former advice columnist, accused Trump of

Carroll, a former advice columnist, accused Trump of assaulting her in a department store dressing room in the mid-1990s. Trump has denied the allegations, and his legal battles with Carroll have continued even as he campaigns for the presidency. The case has drawn significant attention due to its high-profile nature and the legal implications for a sitting president.

This development comes as Trump faces multiple legal challenges, including other civil and criminal proceedings. The Supreme Court's decision underscores the finality of the jury's verdict, leaving Trump with no further recourse in this matter. Carroll's legal team has expressed satisfaction with the court's ruling, reiterating that the justice system has spoken.