Former President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay $83 million in damages to E. Jean Carroll for defamation and denying allegations of rape from the 1990s.

The jury was instructed not to consider reputational benefits, resulting in a verdict that favored Carroll.

Nikki Haley, in contrast to typical Republican responses, has expressed trust in the jury's decision and critiqued Trump's handling of legal matters and its effects on the GOP's electoral success.

Haley's comments represent a notable shift in Republican attitudes towards Trump's legal challenges and questions about his future role in the party.

Despite Trump's claims that the allegations are false and politically motivated, Carroll intends to use the awarded funds for charitable purposes, and Trump's team plans to appeal the decision.

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