Justice Dept. Is Said to Open Criminal Inquiry of E. Jean Carroll, Who Accused Trump of Rape
The Justice Department has reportedly initiated a criminal inquiry into E. Jean Carroll, who previously accused Donald Trump of sexual abuse. This development follows Carroll's success in a civil trial against Trump, where he was ordered to pay $5 million. The inquiry is part of a broader effort by the Justice Department targeting individuals perceived as adversaries of the former president.
- ▪E. Jean Carroll won a civil case against Donald Trump for sexual abuse.
- ▪The Justice Department is now investigating Carroll in connection with her lawsuits against Trump.
- ▪This inquiry is seen as part of a campaign against Trump's perceived enemies.
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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#masthead-section-label, #masthead-bar-one { display: none }Carroll v. TrumpWhat We KnowThe ProsecutorScrutiny of Private CitizensE. Jean Carroll’s LawsuitsJustice Dept. TargetsAdvertisementSKIP ADVERTISEMENTYou have a preview view of this article while we are checking your access. When we have confirmed access, the full article content will load.Supported bySKIP ADVERTISEMENTJustice Dept. Is Said to Open Criminal Inquiry of E. Jean Carroll Over Trump LawsuitsMs. Carroll, who prevailed in a civil trial after accusing President Trump of sexual abuse, is the latest target in a Justice Department campaign going after his perceived enemies.Listen · 7:19 min Share full article533E. Jean Carroll leaving court in Manhattan in 2024. Donald J.
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