What Next: What E. Jean Carroll Is Fighting For

Author E. Jean Carroll has accused Donald Trump of raping her in a
dressing room in the mid-1990s—and she’s suing him for battery and
for defamation in response to his claims that she’s lying and
“mentally sick.” The trial began on Tuesday, April 25th, in federal
court in Manhattan.  What’s at stake in this latest trial
against the former president? Guest: Christina Cauterucci, Slate
senior writer and host of Outward. If you enjoy this show, please
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