Jury Holds Trump Accountable for Sexual Abuse, Awards Accuser $5 Million

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 Jury Holds Trump Accountable for Sexual Abuse, Awards Accuser $5 Million


In a significant legal development, a jury has found Donald Trump liable for sexually abusing advice columnist E. Jean Carroll in 1996 and has ordered him to pay $5 million in damages. This judgment could have profound implications for the former president as he pursues a campaign to regain the presidency.

The verdict, although not unanimous, brings a sense of vindication to Carroll, whose allegations had been ridiculed and dismissed by Trump for many years. While the jury did not support Carroll's claim of rape, they found Trump responsible for a lesser degree of sexual assault. The decision further adds to Trump's legal troubles, compounding his existing challenges.

As the verdict was announced in a federal courtroom in New York City, Carroll acknowledged it with a nod and expressed her gratitude towards her supporters by hugging them and smiling through tears. After the courtroom cleared, Carroll's laughter and tears could be heard echoing.

In addition to holding Trump accountable for sexual assault, the jury also found him liable for defaming Carroll after she publicly made her allegations. Trump chose not to attend the civil trial and was absent when the verdict was read.

Responding to the judgment, Trump took to his social media platform and issued a statement, once again denying any knowledge of Carroll and describing the verdict as a "disgrace" and "a continuation of the greatest witch hunt of all time." He vowed to appeal the decision.

Trump's lawyer, Joseph Tacopina, greeted Carroll and her lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, with handshakes and hugs following the announcement of the verdict. Speaking to reporters outside the courthouse, Tacopina expressed his perplexity at the jury's decision to reject the rape claim while still holding Trump responsible for sexual assault, calling it "perplexing" and "strange."

He defended Trump's absence from the trial, stating that it would have turned into a circus and that his presence would have further fueled the media frenzy. Tacopina emphasized Trump's repeated denial, saying, "What more can you say other than 'I didn't do it.' And he said that on the road."

In a written statement released after leaving the courthouse without speaking, Carroll expressed her motive for suing Trump, stating that she sought to "clear my name and to get my life back." She regarded the verdict as a victory not only for herself but for all women who have suffered because they were not believed.

Roberta Kaplan, in a written statement, expressed her hope that the outcome of this case would demonstrate that nobody, including the president of the United States, is above the law.

The implications of this verdict on Trump's third presidential bid remain unclear. Despite facing numerous controversies in the past, Trump has managed to maintain a strong position among GOP contenders, with few political consequences resulting from previous incidents such as the infamous "Access Hollywood" tape or his indictment in New York.

Following the announcement of the verdict, Trump's fellow Republican candidates remained largely silent, wary of alienating his supporters, who play a crucial role in winning the presidential nomination. Former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, one of the few vocal Trump critics in the race, characterized the verdict as "another example of the indefensible behavior of Donald Trump."

Jury finds Trump liable for sexual abuse, awards accuser $5M


E. Jean Carroll was one of over a dozen women who have accused Trump of sexual assault or harassment. She publicly revealed her allegations in 2019, claiming that Trump had raped her in the dressing room of a high-end Manhattan department store.

Trump vehemently denied the accusation, asserting that he never encountered Carroll at the store and did not know her. He referred to her as a "nut job" who fabricated a false story to promote her memoir.

During the trial, Carroll provided several days of candid and occasionally emotional testimony.
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Katie Porter Weapons shouldn't have Fewer Safety features than Cell Phones

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 Katie Porter Weapons shouldn't have Fewer Safety features than Cell Phones


In today's society, where technology is advancing at an exponential rate, it is concerning that firearms are still lacking essential safety features. As we all know, cell phones have a fingerprint scanner that allows for secure access to the device. However, firearms, which are deadly weapons, don't have such safety features.

It is time for firearm manufacturers to start implementing fingerprint scanners on all their guns. This technology could prevent up to 40% of accidental deaths caused by firearms. As a result, I asked firearm manufacturers why they are hesitant to install these safety features on their products.

It is crucial that we take every possible measure to prevent accidental deaths caused by firearms. The implementation of fingerprint scanners would not only provide an added layer of safety but also prevent unauthorized use of firearms, including stolen weapons.

We must put safety first and demand that firearm manufacturers prioritize safety features. It is our responsibility as citizens to ensure that firearms are used safely and responsibly. We owe it to ourselves, our families, and our communities to take action and prevent senseless tragedies caused by irresponsible gun use.


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Trump Supporters descend on Mar A Lago to protest FBI raid

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 Trump Supporters descend on Mar A Lago to protest FBI raid


Donald Trump Jr. took to Twitter to criticize the Department of Justice (DOJ) under President Biden, accusing it of targeting political enemies, similar to the actions of third-world countries. Trump Jr.'s remarks came as his family tried to portray a search of Mar-a-Lago as part of a Democratic effort to prevent Donald Trump from winning another term in 2024.

The search in question was related to the former president taking classified documents from the White House to his residence in Florida after his presidency ended. The National Archives and Records Administration discovered classified material in 15 boxes at the residence, leading to an investigation by the DOJ.

Representative Carolyn B. Maloney of New York, the Chairwoman of the investigation, said that former presidents have a duty to protect America's national security and that allegations of mishandling classified information should be scrutinized. However, Trump and his allies have accused the Biden administration of instigating the search, despite the fact that FBI Director Christopher Wray was appointed by Trump and previously worked in a Republican-led Justice Department.

Eric Trump stated that the boxes containing documents were moved from the White House on Inauguration Day, along with other items, and that they ended up at Mar-a-Lago. The Trump family has criticized the unannounced search, with Donald Trump referring to the raid as unnecessary and inappropriate.

Federal law prohibits the removal of classified documents to unauthorized locations and the mishandling of such records, with penalties of up to five years in prison. Although Trump could argue that he had the authority to declassify information as president, the removal of documents to his residence after his presidency ended could still be considered a violation of federal law.


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911 Call Sheds Light on Dispute Between Rep. Lauren Boebert's Husband And Neighbors

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 911 Call Sheds Light on Dispute Between Rep. Lauren Boebert's Husband And Neighbors


A pickup truck incident involving the husband of Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert prompted a neighbor to call 911. The caller identified the driver as "Lauren Boebert's jacka*** husband, Jayson," and reported him for running over their mailbox. The dispute started after the couple's son allegedly drove a dune buggy at high speed on their 25 mph street. The neighbor expressed his frustration with Jayson Boebert's irrational behavior and warned the dispatcher that the family is wealthy and heavily armed.

Boebert is a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump and a far-right Republican who infamously heckled President Joe Biden during his State of the Union speech. She condemned the FBI after the agency seized classified documents from Mar-a-Lago last week. A joint Homeland Security-FBI bulletin warns of increased threats against federal officials, including a threat to detonate a dirty bomb in front of FBI headquarters and calls for civil war and armed rebellion. On "Face the Nation," former FBI agent and Republican Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick expressed concern about the safety of law enforcement officers, citing a notification he received from the bureau about a threat to his life.

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Complaints about toilets with a document flush surface

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Complaints about toilets with a document flush surface

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Civil Unrest: Footage from the January 6th Capitol Riots

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Civil Unrest: Footage from the January 6th Capitol Riots

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Remembering Donald Trump: Booed at Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Memorial Service

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Remembering Donald Trump: Booed at Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Memorial Service

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Remembering Donald Trump: American paying for His Sex Scandals

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Remembering Donald Trump: American paying for His Sex Scandals

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Remembering Donald Trump: Trump Begs Melania to Smile

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Remembering Donald Trump: Blaming Obama for Iran Missile Strike

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IRONY: Donald Trump speaks on Barack Obama's 2012 Reelection

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IRONY: Donald Trump speaks on Barack Obama's 2012 Reelection

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Woman Suggests Eating Babies to Stop Climate Change pt.2

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Remembering Donald Trump: Waving his hand Away

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Remembering Donald Trump: "Fake Jews"

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Elizabeth Warren: Dealing with White Supremacists

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Remembering Donald Trump: Repetitive Rhetoric

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Candace Owens: CPAC Speech Reaction

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Remembering Donald Trump: A Message from the Former Mexico President to Donald Trump

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Civil Unrest: Free trump Bum-Kicks

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