"Trump Takes Stand in E. Jean Carroll Defamation Trial: Key Takeaways"

Former President Donald Trump briefly took the stand in the defamation lawsuit brought by E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of raping her in the mid-1990s. Trump's testimony lasted less than five minutes, during which he reaffirmed calling Carroll a liar. The trial focuses on determining the damages, if any, Trump must pay Carroll for defaming her. Both sides are preparing their closing arguments, and the jury is expected to begin deliberating soon.