"I'm here because I was assaulted by Donald Trump, and when I wrote about it, he said it never happened. He lied. And he shattered my reputation." E. Jean Carroll, testifying in court on Wednesday. Imagine if, seven years ago, anyone in the Republican Party had possessed the courage and integrity of E. Jean Carroll. Imagine if they’d been as brave as she is as disclosures about his character were made when he was running in 2016, when he began separating babies from their mothers at the border during his first year in office, or when we learned he’d withheld security aid from Ukraine to try to get a fake story to use against his political opponent, Joe Biden. If E. Jean Carroll had been a Republican Senator on January 6, she would have rallied her colleagues to call an insurrection an insurrection, expel the man who fomented it, and ensure he could never hold government office again.
Joyce, please tell your beloved friend that when she spoke, over the objections of her own attorney, she spoke for every girl or woman who’s been harassed, stalked, and/or raped. Please also convey to E.Jean that she has my deepest admiration and if I could, I would hug her until the cows cane home. From the bottom of my heart...
I wish there were cameras in the courtroom. We would all benefit from watching this entire proceeding in realtime. Thanks for your insight, observations and expertise. EJC has my appreciation and admiration.
I agree that E. Jean Carroll is the best and bravest of us all. It has to be so upsetting to have had this happen, then to suffer Trump's lies, the threats and bullying, testify in the first case heard and then have to do it all over again. From what I've read, Hanna is so very unqualified in court (and out of court) that it's shocking. For someone who brags that he has the "best" people he certainly has a group of unprofessional and incapable attorneys. I hope this trial ends soon so E. Jean Carroll can move on to bigger and better things.
I made the comment yesterday to my mom that here we have a 77-year-old man who is LITERALLY acting like a child in a court of law. Whether he's doing it for political reasons or not, a court of law deserves to be respected, and Trump simply could not control himself. And like a misbehaving child, he should be grounded, and I hope it's to the tune of AT LEAST $100 million.
If Habba and the rest of Donald's attorneys had any hope of restoring what *remains* of their reputations, they'd put down whatever he is bullying and pushing them to do, come read this post, and sit down and give it all some serious thought
We the country are grateful to Ms. E Jean for her courage and integrity in the face of no less than bullying and abuse from a former putative leader of the free world
Donald got stuck with lawyers of the caliber of Habba when he refused to pay the bills of the "white shoe" Republican-leaning firms who would once have gladly represented a former POTUS
(Principals of those firms - who once presided with him in his Administration - are also silent now in the presence of looming tyranny, but perhaps that's a discussion for a different day, however germane it feels in this literal moment)
She has what Confederate Mitch McConnell didn't have when he failed to whip votes for conviction when Rep Raskin offered him the one chance to prevent this wanna-be tyrant sitting in court behaving like a toddler from ever holding United States office again
Thank you, counselor. I say damn the torpedoes, this is contempt, and it should be called out in front of the country so that we understand what the rule of law stands for. The judge (I do appreciate his reluctance and his courage and patience. I guess it would be too easy to play into this psychotic situation ) has the right, and the power to stop the insanity. We cannot have him, and I have too much self respect for myself to utter his name, make a mockery of the law, Democracy and the constitution. We should not fear the base because the real base is the American people. And I am one of them and I stand with all of us. This may sound over the top but I mean it and I think they need to know that the rest of us mean it. And I say this with reluctance, and but ashamed of my words, but we must turn the light on and make the cockroaches go back to their hiding places. I care too much for this country, to see it, destroyed by one man and his feckless words peace everyone stay strong, Blue, and again thank you, Joyce, you bring out the best of us.
I think Trump was 'full of himself' after his Iowa rallies and caucus win, which reinforced his internal dominant narcissistic theme that he's above any rules. When the judge told Trump he couldn't control himself, note his retort: "You can't either." So puerile. Judge Kaplan must be carefully weighing whether and when to toss him out of his court.
Your bringing up how Trump tried to make a deal with Ukraine into turning against Biden reminds me of how Reagan's team made a deal with the Ayatollah to keep the Iranian hostages in order to help Reagan win, and then release them under him. Reagan's campaign was a master of dirty tricks that Trump seems to be following. However, let us hope that the award for E. Jean Carroll has at least 9 digits behind it and someone learns a lesson.
Judge Kaplan was not only showing Jobian patience in the face of tRump's provocative and jejune behavior, but also quite resolved in threatening to banish him from the proceedings should he persist in that line.
I would dearly love to see the court bailiff frog-march the POS quick-smart out of the courtroom, and away from the plaintiff's sight, as so offensive it must be to Ms Carroll to be confronted with such a malevolent spectre.
We said his day would come, and now people are collecting his chips.
I try so hard not to fill my heart with bitterness and hatred about the extraordinary deference this man has been given, beyond even what a supposedly former leader of the free world may expect. In 35 years of criminal defense work, I have had judges order my clients mouths taped shut (at a sentencing), held in shackles in trial, and forced to leave the courtroom and witness the proceedings via video feed, for conduct less disrespectful. Those clients were uneducated, terrified, unfamiliar with court proceedings, and overwhelmed and unable to moderate themselves. Every one of them was poor. Every one of them was not white. This man’s conduct is showing all of us, every day, that there is no equality in the justice system, and that wealth and status supports impunity and injustice. Truly, money walks, bullshit talks. I despair.
Let's stand in solidarity with E. Jean Carroll as she faces daily debasement and castigation by Trump. It's crucial that we not only cheer her on but also take tangible actions to support her.
Consider enrolling in a paid subscription to her Substack
@E. Jean Carroll, Ask E. Jean, and demonstrating your commitment by purchasing her books online or from your local bookstores. By doing so, we can make a meaningful impact and uplift this incredible writer, a beacon of strength and advocacy. Together, let's stand firmly by E. Jean Carroll and ensure she knows she is not alone.
I’m glad EJean has a friend like you. The fact that a decent, intelligent, caring woman is having to deal with the sewer rat who was once president and the incompetent lawyer representing him tells you everything you need to know about the MAGA-sphere. Now it’s time for justice.
Joyce, please tell your beloved friend that when she spoke, over the objections of her own attorney, she spoke for every girl or woman who’s been harassed, stalked, and/or raped. Please also convey to E.Jean that she has my deepest admiration and if I could, I would hug her until the cows cane home. From the bottom of my heart...
I wish there were cameras in the courtroom. We would all benefit from watching this entire proceeding in realtime. Thanks for your insight, observations and expertise. EJC has my appreciation and admiration.
E.Jean is god awesome. All of us girls. pardon me, ladies, owe her a limitless debt of gratitude.
Awesome Lady.
I agree that E. Jean Carroll is the best and bravest of us all. It has to be so upsetting to have had this happen, then to suffer Trump's lies, the threats and bullying, testify in the first case heard and then have to do it all over again. From what I've read, Hanna is so very unqualified in court (and out of court) that it's shocking. For someone who brags that he has the "best" people he certainly has a group of unprofessional and incapable attorneys. I hope this trial ends soon so E. Jean Carroll can move on to bigger and better things.
I made the comment yesterday to my mom that here we have a 77-year-old man who is LITERALLY acting like a child in a court of law. Whether he's doing it for political reasons or not, a court of law deserves to be respected, and Trump simply could not control himself. And like a misbehaving child, he should be grounded, and I hope it's to the tune of AT LEAST $100 million.
If Habba and the rest of Donald's attorneys had any hope of restoring what *remains* of their reputations, they'd put down whatever he is bullying and pushing them to do, come read this post, and sit down and give it all some serious thought
We the country are grateful to Ms. E Jean for her courage and integrity in the face of no less than bullying and abuse from a former putative leader of the free world
Donald got stuck with lawyers of the caliber of Habba when he refused to pay the bills of the "white shoe" Republican-leaning firms who would once have gladly represented a former POTUS
(Principals of those firms - who once presided with him in his Administration - are also silent now in the presence of looming tyranny, but perhaps that's a discussion for a different day, however germane it feels in this literal moment)
She has what Confederate Mitch McConnell didn't have when he failed to whip votes for conviction when Rep Raskin offered him the one chance to prevent this wanna-be tyrant sitting in court behaving like a toddler from ever holding United States office again
Thank you, counselor. I say damn the torpedoes, this is contempt, and it should be called out in front of the country so that we understand what the rule of law stands for. The judge (I do appreciate his reluctance and his courage and patience. I guess it would be too easy to play into this psychotic situation ) has the right, and the power to stop the insanity. We cannot have him, and I have too much self respect for myself to utter his name, make a mockery of the law, Democracy and the constitution. We should not fear the base because the real base is the American people. And I am one of them and I stand with all of us. This may sound over the top but I mean it and I think they need to know that the rest of us mean it. And I say this with reluctance, and but ashamed of my words, but we must turn the light on and make the cockroaches go back to their hiding places. I care too much for this country, to see it, destroyed by one man and his feckless words peace everyone stay strong, Blue, and again thank you, Joyce, you bring out the best of us.
Can the jury award E Jean
Mar A Lago? That might make the turd monster clean up his act if his prized possession is no longer his.
I think Trump was 'full of himself' after his Iowa rallies and caucus win, which reinforced his internal dominant narcissistic theme that he's above any rules. When the judge told Trump he couldn't control himself, note his retort: "You can't either." So puerile. Judge Kaplan must be carefully weighing whether and when to toss him out of his court.
Your bringing up how Trump tried to make a deal with Ukraine into turning against Biden reminds me of how Reagan's team made a deal with the Ayatollah to keep the Iranian hostages in order to help Reagan win, and then release them under him. Reagan's campaign was a master of dirty tricks that Trump seems to be following. However, let us hope that the award for E. Jean Carroll has at least 9 digits behind it and someone learns a lesson.
Judge Kaplan was not only showing Jobian patience in the face of tRump's provocative and jejune behavior, but also quite resolved in threatening to banish him from the proceedings should he persist in that line.
I would dearly love to see the court bailiff frog-march the POS quick-smart out of the courtroom, and away from the plaintiff's sight, as so offensive it must be to Ms Carroll to be confronted with such a malevolent spectre.
We said his day would come, and now people are collecting his chips.
I try so hard not to fill my heart with bitterness and hatred about the extraordinary deference this man has been given, beyond even what a supposedly former leader of the free world may expect. In 35 years of criminal defense work, I have had judges order my clients mouths taped shut (at a sentencing), held in shackles in trial, and forced to leave the courtroom and witness the proceedings via video feed, for conduct less disrespectful. Those clients were uneducated, terrified, unfamiliar with court proceedings, and overwhelmed and unable to moderate themselves. Every one of them was poor. Every one of them was not white. This man’s conduct is showing all of us, every day, that there is no equality in the justice system, and that wealth and status supports impunity and injustice. Truly, money walks, bullshit talks. I despair.
Ms. Carroll is an American hero, a profile in courage. Mic drop
Let's stand in solidarity with E. Jean Carroll as she faces daily debasement and castigation by Trump. It's crucial that we not only cheer her on but also take tangible actions to support her.
Consider enrolling in a paid subscription to her Substack
@E. Jean Carroll, Ask E. Jean, and demonstrating your commitment by purchasing her books online or from your local bookstores. By doing so, we can make a meaningful impact and uplift this incredible writer, a beacon of strength and advocacy. Together, let's stand firmly by E. Jean Carroll and ensure she knows she is not alone.
@E. Jean Carroll
45 either has literally lost his mind or he is counting on some form of a coup before he is forced to pay the money awarded.
I’m glad EJean has a friend like you. The fact that a decent, intelligent, caring woman is having to deal with the sewer rat who was once president and the incompetent lawyer representing him tells you everything you need to know about the MAGA-sphere. Now it’s time for justice.