The jury ruled that Donald Trump did not rape E. Jean Carroll, but is liable for sexual abuse.
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In a highly anticipated verdict, former President Donald J. Trump has been found liable of battery in the civil suit brought by E. Jean Carroll. However, he was not found liable of rape, a charge Carroll had levied against Trump in her lawsuit.
Being found liable in a civil suit is not the same as being found guilty in a criminal case. In a civil case, the standard of proof is lower than in a criminal case, and the penalties are typically monetary damages rather than imprisonment or other forms of punishment.
In this case, being found liable for battery means that Trump will likely be required to pay damages to Carroll as a result of his actions. AP News reported the jury awarded Carroll $5 million. It was initially reported the award would be at least $2 million.
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