Donald Trump Seeks to Delay Payment to E. Jean Carroll Following Jury Verdict

President Donald Trump is attempting to delay the payment of $5 million awarded to E. Jean Carroll in 2023 after a civil jury found him liable for sexual assault and defamation. Despite losing multiple appeals, including a denial from the Supreme Court, Trump's legal team filed a motion on July 3, 2026, to overturn the expedited schedule for disbursement of the funds, which have since increased to $5.8 million due to interest. Carroll's lawyers have responded, arguing that Trump's request is a delaying tactic, as he has had sufficient time to retain new counsel after his previous attorney was confirmed as a judge. Carroll's legal team has urged the court to maintain the expedited disbursement schedule, asserting that Trump is attempting to prolong the payment process while he considers further legal action. Trump has also been found liable for defaming Carroll in a separate trial, resulting in an additional $83.3 million verdict against him, bringing his total liability to over $100 million.