Carroll’s legal team advises judge against granting Trump’s request to delay $83.3 million award

E. Jean Carroll’s lawyers are urging a judge to reject former President Donald Trump’s attempts to avoid posting security for an $83.3 million defamation award, calling his promises to pay a judgment that may be overturned on appeal as meaningless as scribbles on a paper napkin.

In their submission to U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, Carroll’s lawyers argue that Trump’s reasons for seeking relief are solely based on “trust me,” and lack any substantial reasoning.

Following a $454 million civil fraud penalty against Trump and his company, a Manhattan state judge has refused to halt the collection of the hefty award, signaling potential financial trouble for the former president.

Trump’s lawyers have requested a suspension of the defamation award, claiming it is excessive and likely to be reduced on appeal. Carroll’s attorneys have responded by criticizing Trump’s attempt to avoid posting any security, highlighting the lack of legal basis for his arguments.

The judge has declined to issue a stay on the judgment without giving Carroll’s attorneys a fair chance to respond, emphasizing the seriousness of the case and the need for proper legal procedures to be followed.

Carroll’s lawyers mock Trump for expecting the court to trust him without solid legal grounds, especially considering his recent legal troubles and financial challenges.

The defamation verdict against Trump stems from his actions towards Carroll during a trial where he repeatedly tried to dismiss her claims. The jury awarded Carroll $83.3 million in damages, citing ongoing defamation by Trump.

Carroll’s lawyers argue for a significant award to compensate for the damage caused by Trump’s actions and to ensure her financial security amidst ongoing attacks and threats.