E. JEAN CARROLL TO TRUMP: YOU DON'T GET AWAY WITH IT THIS TIME
The news of the US jury finding President Trump guilty of sexually abusing writer E. Jean Carroll has sent shockwaves through the country. The trial, which has been ongoing for months, has finally come to a close, and the verdict is in: Trump is guilty.
Now, before we get into the nitty-gritty of the trial and the evidence presented, let's take a moment to appreciate the sheer irony of this situation. Here we have a man who has been accused of sexual misconduct by dozens of women, who has been caught on tape bragging about grabbing women "by the pussy," and who has been accused of paying hush money to adult film stars. And yet, he still managed to become the President of the United States. It's almost too perfect.
But let's get back to the trial. E. Jean Carroll, a well-known writer and advice columnist, accused Trump of raping her in a dressing room at a high-end department store in the mid-1990s. Trump denied the allegations, claiming that he had never even met Carroll. However, Carroll had a photograph of herself with Trump from that time period, which seemed to contradict his story.
During the trial, Carroll's lawyers presented other evidence as well, including statements from friends who she had confided in about the alleged rape shortly after it happened. They also pointed out that Trump had a history of making inappropriate comments about women and had been accused of sexual misconduct by numerous other women.
Trump's defense team, on the other hand, tried to discredit Carroll's story by pointing out inconsistencies in her account and suggesting that she was trying to profit from the allegations. They also argued that Trump was immune from lawsuits while serving as President.
In the end, the jury sided with Carroll, finding Trump guilty of sexual abuse. The verdict was met with cheers from those who had been following the trial closely and with outrage from Trump's supporters.
So what does this all mean? Well, for starters, it's a huge blow to Trump's already tarnished reputation. It also sets a precedent for future cases involving sitting Presidents and their immunity from lawsuits. And it sends a message to women everywhere that their voices matter and that they will be heard.
But perhaps the most important takeaway from this trial is that we need to hold our leaders accountable for their actions. We cannot continue to turn a blind eye to sexual misconduct and abuse of power, no matter how powerful the person in question may be.
So let's raise a glass to E. Jean Carroll and all the brave women who have come forward with their stories. Let's continue to fight for justice and equality, and let's never forget that the truth will always come out in the end.
The terms "guilty" and "liable" are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct legal meanings. "Guilty" refers to being responsible for a crime and facing punishment, while "liable" refers to being responsible for something, either legally or financially, such as damages or injuries.
FROM REUTERS:
In a recent civil lawsuit, former U.S. President Donald Trump was found to have sexually abused magazine writer E. Jean Carroll in the mid-1990s. The nine-member jury in Manhattan federal court awarded Carroll $5 million in compensatory and punitive damages, dealing a legal setback to Trump as he campaigns to retake office in 2024. Although the jury did not find that Trump raped her, the finding of sexual abuse was enough to establish his liability for battery. The jury deliberated for just under three hours before unanimously rejecting Trump's denial that he assaulted Carroll. This verdict serves as a reminder that sexual assault and harassment will not be tolerated, regardless of one's position or status.
Jury finds Trump sexually abused writer E. Jean Carroll, awards her $5 mln https://www.reuters.com/legal/jurors-set-deliberate-civil-rape-case-against-donald-trump-2023-05-09/
FROM NPR
Trump found liable for battery, defamation against E. Jean Carroll : NPR https://www.npr.org/2023/05/09/1174975870/trump-carroll-verdict