A federal appeals court in the United States has dismissed former President Donald Trump’s latest attempt to postpone the payout of $5.8 million owed to writer E. Jean Carroll. This follows Carroll’s victorious 2023 lawsuit against Trump, which involved charges of sexual abuse and defamation. The ruling came after Trump contested a prior court directive that called for the release of funds kept in a court-controlled account during the appeal process. The total sum comprises the original $5 million judgment and accumulated interest.
This recent court decision comes on the heels of the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to decline Trump’s appeal, effectively upholding the original judgment against him. Judge Lewis Kaplan remarked that the legal avenues had been thoroughly exhausted, signaling that the time had come for the financial judgment to be fulfilled.
Throughout this legal battle, Trump has consistently denied all allegations made by Carroll. Despite the court’s firm ruling, he continues to contest the legal interpretation of the agreement that dictates the disbursement of the funds in question.
The case has drawn significant public attention, as it involves high-profile figures and serious accusations. The appeals court’s decision reinforces the lower court’s stance, maintaining that the financial obligation must be met.