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ABC News Settles Defamation Lawsuit with Trump for $15 Million

ABC News will pay $15 million to Trump, including an apology, over false statements made by anchor George Stephanopoulos regarding E. Jean Carroll's case.

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Updated: Dec 15th, 2024, 5:58 PM ET

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ABC News has settled a defamation lawsuit brought by Donald Trump for $15 million, stemming from misleading comments made by George Stephanopoulos about Trump's civil liability in E. Jean Carroll's cases. The settlement includes a public statement of regret and an allocation to Trump's presidential foundation. The lawsuit accused Stephanopoulos of making false statements during a March interview, stating that Trump was 'found liable for rape,' which misrepresented the jury's findings. This case raises concerns about press freedom amidst Trump's legal battles and potential chilling effects on journalistic reporting.

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