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NewsWPLG Local 10July 29, 2026Miami-Dade

Trump and DOJ Seek Supreme Court Review of $83 Million Defamation Verdict

Former President Donald Trump and the U.S. Department of Justice have petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn an $83 million defamation judgment awarded to E. Jean Carroll. The appeal argues that the former president is immune from lawsuits regarding statements made while serving in office.

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Why It Matters

The Supreme Court's decision on this appeal will determine whether former presidents can be held legally liable for defamatory statements made during their term in office, potentially setting a precedent for future presidential cases.

Key Facts

  • Donald Trump and the Department of Justice have filed a petition with the Supreme Court to overturn an $83 million defamation verdict.
  • The verdict was originally awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll following her sexual assault allegations against Donald Trump.
  • The legal argument for the appeal is that a president cannot be sued for comments made while in office.

Who's Mentioned

organizationJustice Department“Federal agency seeking to invoke the Westfall Act on behalf of the presidency.”personE. Jean Carroll“Writer and plaintiff who won defamation and sexual abuse verdicts.”organizationSupreme Court“The court currently being petitioned to hear the appeal.”organizationDepartment of Justice“Federal agency involved in the appeal process.”personDonald Trump“Former President and defendant in the defamation case.”