With one jury verdict in the books, Donald Trump's defeat in the Carroll case presages more legal peril. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is investigating efforts by Trump and his allies to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia, and a special grand jury she convened to determine whether Trump violated state election laws in his bid to remain in power. The judge overseeing the case recently asked lawyers for both sides to agree on a trial date in February or March 2024.
The next major milestone is August 8 when Trump is due to file expected motions challenging the indictment. Additionally, federal investigations into his attempts at subverting the 2020election could result in him losing his ability to do business within New York State.
Donald Trump came under fire Tuesday night after criticizing E. Jean Carroll, 76, who was convicted of sexually abusing a journalist at a New York City department store during mid-1990s and defaming her through falsehoods. While acquitted of rape charges during this civil trial, he was ordered to pay $5 million as compensation for damages caused.
On Tuesday night following this loss, President-Trump-turned-businessman released three videos via Truth Social network where he vehemently condemned these verdicts while promising that an appeal would soon be underway.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis assured reporters that "the investigation into Mr.Trump will continue", emphasizing her dedication towards uncovering any misconduct related with efforts around overturning electoral outcomes from last year’s presidential race held within Georgia’s jurisdiction.
Legal experts have also weighed-in upon these developments saying they signify potential further trouble brewing down line especially surrounding ex-president's political aspirations along with personal businesses ventures spanning across multiple states nationwide including NY State itself which has been known hub most enterprises owned by him