Most Ridiculous Story ; Trump On Writer E. Jean Carroll Rape Claim
Writer e. Jean Carroll claims the former President of United states has rapped her during the 1990s
The United States of America is a nation that prides itself on its democratic values, freedom of speech, and justice for all. However, in recent times, the nation has been grappling with several controversies and issues that have threatened to undermine these core values. One such issue that has caught the attention of the nation and the world at large is the rape allegations against the former president of the United States, Donald J. Trump, by writer E. Jean Carroll. It is important to understand the most ridiculous story that ensued after the allegations came to light.
E. Jean Carroll about the allegation on Donald J.Trump
For those who may not be familiar with the case, E. Jean Carroll is a writer who accused Donald J. Trump of raping her during the 1990s in a department store inside the dressing room. The allegations were made public in 2019 as part of an excerpt from Carroll’s memoir, What Do We Need Men For? A Modest Proposal. The excerpt was published in New York Magazine’s The Cut.
The allegations were explosive, to say the least, and they immediately triggered a wave of reactions from both sides of the political divide. Trump vehemently denied the allegations, saying he had never met E. Jean Carroll before and that she was lying to gain publicity for her book. Trump even went on to say that Carroll was “not my type.” However, Carroll persisted with her claims, saying that she had proof of the encounter and that she was willing to testify under oath.
The story took a ridiculous turn when Trump’s lawyer, William Consovoy, stepped in to defend his client. Consovoy argued that Trump couldn’t be sued for defamation because he had called Carroll a liar in his official capacity as President of the United States. Consovoy argued that Trump was immune from any legal action related to his statements because he made them in the course of his official duties.
However, this argument was not only ridiculous but also absurd, as it defied common sense and logic. Firstly, the allegations against Trump were not related to his official duties as President of the United States, but rather to his conduct as a private citizen. Secondly, there is no provision in the United States Constitution that grants immunity to the President for statements made in his official capacity.
Consovoy’s argument was further weakened by the fact that the alleged rape took place before Trump became President. As such, it was unclear how his official capacity as President was relevant to the case. Consovoy’s argument was seen by many legal experts as an attempt to shield Trump from the allegations by using the power of his office. It was an abuse of power that should be condemned in the strongest terms possible.
Another ridiculous twist to the story is the involvement of the Department of Justice (DOJ) under Attorney General William Barr. In September 2019, DOJ lawyers filed a motion to take over Trump’s defense in the defamation lawsuit filed by Carroll. The DOJ argued that Trump was acting in his official capacity as President when he denied the allegations made by Carroll. The DOJ went on to say that Trump’s statements were therefore protected by the doctrine of sovereign immunity.
The move by the DOJ was seen by many as a blatant attempt to use the government’s resources to defend Trump against a private, personal allegation. It was also a clear violation of the principle of separation of powers, which requires that the executive branch and the judiciary remain separate and independent. The move was widely criticized by legal experts and civil rights groups, who saw it as an attack on the rule of law and the independence of the judiciary.
The most ridiculous part of the story was yet to come. In a September 2020 court filing, the DOJ asked a federal judge to dismiss Carroll’s lawsuit outright. The DOJ argued that Trump was acting in his official capacity as President when he made the allegedly defamatory statements about Carroll. The DOJ also argued that Carroll’s lawsuit against Trump was an attempt to use the courts to harass the President and interfere with his official duties.
This argument was not only ridiculous but also outrageous. It effectively shielded Trump from any legal action related to his private sexual conduct, under the guise of official immunity. It was a blatant abuse of power and a clear indication of how far some people would go to protect Trump from the consequences of his actions.
In conclusion, the story of the allegations made by E. Jean Carroll against Donald J. Trump is one of the most ridiculous stories in recent times. The involvement of William Consovoy and the Department of Justice in defending Trump against private allegations was nothing short of an abuse of power. The fact that the DOJ went on to ask for the case to be dismissed outright, using the doctrine of sovereign immunity, was even more ridiculous. It was a clear violation of the rule of law and a threat to the principle of justice for all. The United States of America deserves better than this, and it is up to all citizens to demand accountability and justice for all.
Proofread, Edited & Published By Naveenika Chauhan
