On August 17, 2026, the Supreme Court declined to reconsider its previous decision that upheld a federal jury's finding against Donald Trump for sexually abusing and defaming writer E. Jean Carroll. This ruling maintains the $5 million damages awarded to Carroll, which she received in full, including post-judgment interest, totaling over $5.6 million.
Trump is also contesting a separate defamation verdict that awarded Carroll $83.3 million, but the Supreme Court has yet to rule on that case. Trump's legal team continues to assert that public support remains strong for him, framing the legal challenges as politically motivated. This ongoing legal battle may affect Trump's reputation and influence his future political endeavors