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E. Jean Carroll is paid $5.6 million owed by Trump in sex abuse and defamation case
By Scripps News Group at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
Writer E. Jean Carroll has officially been paid the $5.6 million she was owed by President Donald Trump after a jury found him liable of sexually abusing her in 1996 and then defaming her after she publicized the attack.Three years ago, a unanimous nine-person jury found President Trump liable fo...
Key takeaway Jean Carroll has officially been paid the $5.
Why this matters in The Nashville
While the payment of $5.6 million to E. Jean Carroll marks a significant development in her case against President Donald Trump, Nashville residents may be wondering how this verdict could impact local discussions around sexual assault and defamation. The fact that a jury found Trump liable for sexually abusing Carroll and then defaming her after she spoke out could embolden local survivors to share their own stories. Additionally, the case highlights the importance of holding those in power accountable for their actions, a principle that resonates with Nashville's own efforts to address issues like public safety and accountability in city government. As the city continues to navigate its own challenges around supporting survivors of sexual assault, the outcome of this case could inform local conversations about how to best provide resources and support for those affected.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Writer E. Jean Carroll has officially been paid the $5.6 million she was owed by President Donald Trump after a jury found him liable of sexually abusing her in 1996 and then defaming her after she publicized the attack.Three years ago, a unanimous nine-person jury found President Trump liable fo...
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