Trump asks for fresh trial in E Jean Carroll sex abuse case

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SUBSCRIBE SUBSCRIBE: £1 FOR 3 MONTHS June, 2023 View in browser Trump asks for fresh trial in E Jean Carroll sex abuse case   Bevan Hurley Donald Trump has requested a new trial in the sexual assault civil case brought by E Jean Carroll, according to a new court filing.   A Manhattan jury last month found the former US president liable for sexually abusing and defaming the writer and awarded her $5m in damages.    More to follow... OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE > Trump news live: Grand jury indictment looms as Trump protests innocence over classified documents > Why was Tucker Carlson fired from Fox News? > Chris Christie hits back at Trump's mockery over his weight: 'He's such a spoiled baby' Enjoying this newsletter? Unlock unlimited, ad-free reading on the website and in The Independent app when you subscribe – plus, benefit from our welcome offer when you join today. We noticed that you might not be registered By registering, you will enjoy limited access to Independent Premium articles, commenting, and virtual events with our leading journalists REGISTER FOR FREE OTHER NEWSLETTERS YOU MIGHT LIKE Climate News Every Friday, 12pm (UK time) Written by Louise Boyle Join now The View from Westminster  Every weekday, 6pm (UK time) Written by John Rentoul Join now The Independent proudly partners with Refuge and the National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 If you can spare a minute we'd love your feedback on our newsletters. Join the conversation or follow us Download the free Independent app Please do not reply directly to this email You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter. Add us to your safe list of senders.   If you do not want to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter, please unsubscribe.   If you no longer wish to receive any newsletters or promotional emails from The Independent, you can unsubscribe here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345. Read our privacy notice and cookie policy.