"Trump's Presence Dominates E. Jean Carroll Defamation Trial"

E. Jean Carroll testified in her defamation trial against Donald Trump, with his absence due to attending his mother-in-law's funeral. Trump's presence was still felt as his remarks were shown in court, where he continued to call Carroll's accusation a fabrication. Carroll's attorney sought a large punitive damages award to stop Trump from defaming her further. Expert testimony estimated the cost to repair the damage to Carroll's reputation caused by Trump's statements. Trump's attorney's request to delay the trial was denied, and the trial continues.