Details of the Judgment Collection

E. Jean Carroll has successfully collected a $5 million judgment from Donald Trump. This follows a jury finding Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming Carroll more than three years ago. Court records confirm that the funds, held in a court escrow account, have been disbursed to Carroll’s attorneys. With interest, the total amount reached $5,625,005.48.

Background of the Case

The case began with a lawsuit Carroll filed in New York in 2022. She alleged that Trump sexually assaulted her in a Manhattan department store’s dressing room following a chance encounter in 1996. Additionally, Carroll claimed defamation due to Trump’s comments after she publicly shared her allegations in 2019. Trump continues to assert that he does not know Carroll and denies any wrongdoing.

Ongoing Legal Interactions

Attempts were made by Trump’s attorneys to prevent the release of the funds, but those efforts were unsuccessful. NBC News has reached out to the legal representatives of both Carroll and Trump for comments on the matter.

This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.