Donald Trump on Friday posted a $91.6 million bond to cover the defamation verdict in favor of writer E. Jean Carroll, and began his appeal of the case that arose from his branding her a liar after she accused him of raping her decades ago.

The bond from Federal Insurance Co, part of the insurer Chubb , would cover Carroll’s $83.3 million judgment if Trump were to lose his appeal of the Jan. 26 verdict and refuse to pay.

The posting of a bond also means Carroll, 80, wouldn’t collect on the judgment during the appeals process, which could take years.

  • @givesomefucks
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    89 months ago

    There’s bigger percents than 100%…

    He might have to put up $200 mil in assets, and they keep selling till they hit an amount, likely higher than the judgement.

    It’s a risky move for everyone. trump likely didn’t have any other options.

    • @Crashumbc
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      59 months ago

      Not really for Trump, he’ll just move what’s left of his assets and declare bankruptcy for the fourth time.

      He’ll keep scamming people till he dies