A United States judge has upheld former President Donald Trump's $83.3 million defamation loss and rejected his request for a new trial. The ruling comes after a jury found Trump liable for making false statements about a woman who accused him of sexual assault.
The lawsuit was filed by the woman, who alleged that Trump defamed her by denying the assault and calling her a liar. The jury sided with the woman, awarding her $83.3 million in damages.
Trump's legal team had sought a new trial, arguing that the verdict was not supported by the evidence presented during the trial. However, the judge disagreed and upheld the jury's decision.
This case is just one of several legal battles Trump is facing since leaving office. The former president has been involved in numerous lawsuits, including investigations into his business practices and financial dealings.
Trump's defamation loss highlights the potential consequences of making false statements that harm someone's reputation. Defamation laws are in place to protect individuals from false and damaging statements made by others.
While Trump has the right to appeal the judge's decision, for now, the $83.3 million defamation loss stands as a significant legal blow for the former president.
