"Trump's Legal Woes Escalate: E. Jean Carroll Trial Signals Trouble Ahead"

The judge overseeing the E. Jean Carroll defamation trial against Donald Trump has signaled that the case is essentially already decided, making it clear that the upcoming trial will not be a "do over" of the previous one. Trump is barred from claiming he did not sexually assault Carroll or that she fabricated her account, and he cannot discuss DNA evidence or make disparaging remarks about Carroll in court. The judge's order severely limits Trump's defense strategy and suggests that he potentially stands much more to lose by showing up for the trial.