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PhotoNews Pakistan > World > Shift in DOJ’s Stance Paves Way for Carroll’s Defamation Suit Against Trump
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Shift in DOJ’s Stance Paves Way for Carroll’s Defamation Suit Against Trump

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By Web Desk Published July 12, 2023 3 Min Read
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In a significant legal twist, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has revised its position on former President Donald Trump’s immunity concerning a defamation lawsuit filed by E. Jean Carroll. This development paves the way for a potential trial in January, opening another legal front for the ex-president.

The defamation lawsuit traces back to Carroll’s accusation of sexual assault against Trump, a claim he fervently denied. Initially, the DOJ had proposed that Trump was operating within his presidential duties when he rejected Carroll’s accusations. This stance could have provided a legal shield to Trump, potentially resulting in the dismissal of Carroll’s defamation lawsuit.

However, in a recent letter to attorneys representing both parties, DOJ lawyers conveyed a dramatic shift in their viewpoint, asserting a lack of adequate evidence to sustain the claim that Trump was serving the U.S. government when he issued the contested statements.

This DOJ reversal removes a formidable legal barrier impeding the progress of Carroll’s defamation lawsuit. The case had been in legal limbo pending clarification on the breadth of an employee’s duties guidance provided by a Washington, DC, court earlier this year.

Legal Repercussions and Carroll’s Response

The DOJ’s reevaluation considered several factors, including Trump’s testimony during the battery and defamation trial and his continuous denials after his presidential term ended. According to the DOJ’s lawyers, these statements suggest that Trump acted out of a personal vendetta rather than a commitment to protecting and serving the U.S. government.

Carroll’s legal representative, Roberta Kaplan, welcomed the DOJ’s updated stance, stating, “We have always believed that Donald Trump made his defamatory statements about our client out of personal animus, ill will, and spite, and not as President of the United States.”

In another lawsuit Carroll launched last year, a federal jury held Trump responsible for defamation and battery, awarding her $5 million in damages. Trump is appealing against this decision, which doesn’t involve any jail term.

With the defamation lawsuit trial slated for January, which coincides with the kick-off of the presidential primary season, Trump’s legal team has yet to comment on this development.

In summary, this turn of events reflects a significant transformation in the legal landscape concerning Trump’s immunity in Carroll’s lawsuit. It sets the stage for a potentially momentous trial in the forthcoming months, adding another layer to Trump’s legal challenges.

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