The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals just dropped a bombshell by affirming a jury verdict that pins liability on President Trump for sexually assaulting E. Jean Carroll.
Just The News reported that this ruling, handed down on Thursday, confirms a 2023 Manhattan federal court decision that found Trump liable for both sexual abuse and defamation, ordering him to pay Carroll a hefty $5 million in damages.
Let’s roll back the tape to 2023, when a federal jury in Manhattan first ruled against Trump, holding him accountable for actions that many on the right see as part of a broader pattern of legal overreach targeting conservative figures.
Fast forward to December, when a three-judge panel from the 2nd Circuit rejected Trump’s initial appeal, refusing to toss out the jury’s findings.
Then, just this past Thursday, the appeals court doubled down, not only affirming the verdict but also turning down Trump’s request for the full circuit to rehear his case.
Now, Trump has a 90-day window to take this fight to the U.S. Supreme Court, a move many supporters hope will finally cut through what they view as a politically charged legal circus.
Speaking of the circus, a legal spokesperson for Trump didn’t mince words, declaring, “The American People are supporting President Trump in historic numbers.”
They went on to demand “an immediate end” to what they call the “political weaponization” of the justice system, labeling this case and others as “Witch Hunts” funded by Democrats.
While the frustration is palpable—and let’s be honest, many conservatives see this as another jab from a system stacked against Trump—let’s not ignore that Carroll’s claims were upheld by a jury, a process that deserves its due respect, even if one questions the broader motives.
That $5 million damages award from the Manhattan court isn’t pocket change, and it underscores the gravity of the defamation ruling alongside the assault liability.
For Trump’s base, though, this figure feels more like a political penalty than justice, especially when progressive agendas often seem to drive high-profile cases against conservative leaders.
Still, the courts have spoken twice now, and the ball is in Trump’s court to push this to the highest level for a final say.
With 90 days on the clock, all eyes are on whether Trump will escalate this to the Supreme Court, a move that could either vindicate his stance or cement this verdict for good.
Supporters argue this case exemplifies how the left weaponizes the legal system to tarnish reputations, while critics of Trump see it as long-overdue accountability for powerful figures.
Whatever your view, one thing is clear: this legal saga is far from over, and it’s a stark reminder of how deeply divided our nation remains on issues of justice, power, and fairness.