Trump on trial: What happened in E. Jean Carroll's lawsuit

Trump had called Carroll's accusation "a con job," a "hoax" and "a complete scam," according to NBC News , at one point even claiming it was unconstitutional . He also said the writer was "not my type," despite reportedly misidentifying a picture of her as his ex-wife Marla Maples. Carroll then sued him for defamation, alleging his actions caused significant damage to her personal and professional life. She also sued him for battery related to the psychological trauma he caused her. "As a result of the pain and suffering caused...