DOJ launches criminal probe into E. Jean Carroll: Sources
The Department of Justice has initiated a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused former President Donald Trump of sexual assault. The focus of the investigation is whether Carroll committed perjury during her civil lawsuits against Trump, which resulted in a $5 million judgment in her favor. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has recused himself from the case due to his previous representation of Trump.
- ▪The DOJ is investigating E. Jean Carroll for potential perjury related to her civil lawsuits against Donald Trump.
- ▪Carroll was awarded a $5 million judgment in her favor after the lawsuits.
- ▪Acting AG Todd Blanche recused himself from the investigation due to past representation of Trump.
16 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 36 hours. Coverage spans 3 points on the political spectrum — 4 lean left, 7 centre, 3 right.
- ▪ Top federal prosecutor in Chicago denies investigation into E. Jean Carroll — The Hill
- ▪ DOJ Launches Criminal Probe Into Trump Accuser E. Jean Caroll — TODAY.com
- ▪ Top federal prosecutor in Chicago denies investigation into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll — The Sydney Morning Herald
- ▪ US prosecutor denies launching criminal investigation into E Jean Carroll — ABC News (Australia)
- ▪ Chicago prosecutor denies opening investigation of E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of rape — Straits Times — World
- ▪ What Gives? Illinois USA Denies They Are Heading Up DOJ Investigation Into E. Jean Carroll — RedState
- ▪ Chicago prosecutor denies opening investigation of E. Jean Carroll — Investing.com — News
- ▪ Chicago US attorney refutes reports of investigation into E. Jean Carroll — Washington Examiner
- ▪ DOJ investigation into E. Jean Carroll’s Trump lawsuit — NBC News — Politics
- ▪ Justice Department opens investigation into E. Jean Carroll, who accused Trump of assault: AP source - AP News — Google News
- ▪ US justice department launches criminal investigation into Trump accuser E Jean Carroll, reports say — BBC News
- ▪ US Justice Department launches criminal probe into Trump rape accuser E. Jean Carroll — South China Morning Post
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onDOJ launches criminal probe into E. Jean Carroll: SourcesActing AG Todd Blanche recused himself from the investigation, sources said.ByKatherine Faulders, Aaron Katersky, and Alexander MallinMay 27, 2026, 9:01 PM0:24E. Jean Carroll exits the New York Federal Court after former President Donald Trump appeared in court, Sept. 6, 2024, in New York City.Eduardo Munoz Alvarez/APThe Department of Justice has launched a criminal investigation into E.
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