In a Significant development in the ongoing Trump's Columnist E. Jean Carroll Rape/Defamation Case. Judge Lewis Kaplan has Declined to Grant a Stay of the $83.3 million Sexual Assualt/Defamation Judgment.
The Decision comes amidst Trump’s efforts to Delay the Judgment or Post a Bond for a part of the Total Damages, plus Interest.
Judge Kaplan’s Order, stated that He would Not Grant any Stay, without First allowing Carroll a meaningful Opportunity to Respond. Kaplan set a Deadline for Carroll’s Written response by Feb. 29th, with Trump’s reply due by March 2nd.
Trump’s Lawyer, Alina Habba, had requested a Temporary Delay of the Judgment, or Permission for Trump to Post a Reduced Bond, until after the Resolution of Post-Trial Motions filed in early March.
Habba argued that there was a Strong probability that these Motions would substantially Reduce or Eliminate the Amount of the Judgment.
However, Judge Kaplan’s Decision indicates that He is Not inclined to Grant a Stay, without further consideration of Carroll’s Position.
Trump’s Legal Team had also Challenged the Severity and Duration of the Emotional Distress suffered by Carroll, alleging that She Failed to provide Sufficient Evidence of its Impact.
Carroll, Accused Trump of Defamation after He Denied Her Allegations of Rape, described living in a state of Fear following Trump’s Statements.
The Defamation Case has garnered significant Attention and is part of a broader Legal Battle involving Trump’s Conduct both during and after His Presidency.
As the Case continues to unfold, with both sides presenting their Arguments before the Court, the outcome remains uncertain.
Judge Kaplan’s Decision Not to Grant a Stay, underscores the Importance of Due Process and ensuring that both Parties have a Fair opportunity to present their Case.
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