The Woman Who Won Millions From Trump Is Reportedly Now Under Federal Investigation
E. Jean Carroll is under federal investigation for potential perjury related to her civil lawsuits against Donald Trump. The inquiry focuses on her testimony claiming she did not receive outside financial help for her legal expenses. Billionaire Reid Hoffman has reportedly informed the court that he funded some of Carroll's legal costs through a nonprofit he supports.
- ▪The Justice Department is investigating E. Jean Carroll for possible perjury in her lawsuits against Donald Trump.
- ▪Carroll's testimony in 2022 stated she did not receive outside financial assistance for her legal battles.
- ▪Reid Hoffman, a billionaire, disclosed that he helped cover some of Carroll's legal expenses through a nonprofit.
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US The Woman Who Won Millions From Trump Is Reportedly Now Under Federal Investigation (Photo by Steven Ferdman/Getty Images) Arianna Hooker Contributor May 28, 2026 11:04 AM ET May 28, 2026 11:04 AM ET Arianna Hooker Contributor Font Size: const observer = new MutationObserver((mutations) => { const adDivToHide = document.querySelector("#dailycaller_incontent_1"); if (adDivToHide && dc_noads_page) { adDivToHide.classList.add("hide-premium", "hide-free"); observer.disconnect(); console.log("Ad div found and hidden"); } }); observer.observe(document.body, { childList: true, subtree: true }); The Justice Department has opened a criminal inquiry into E. Jean Carroll to determine if she committed perjury in her civil lawsuits against President Donald Trump.
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