This penalty, which was decided in a civil trial, consists of $18.3m for compensatory damages and $65m for punitive damages.

In a previous civil case, Mr. Trump was found guilty of defaming Ms. Carroll and sexually assaulting her in the 1990s.

Despite the verdict, Mr. Trump has expressed his intention to appeal, dismissing the case as a witch hunt and describing the ruling as “absolutely ridiculous.”

During the recent trial, the jury’s sole responsibility was to determine the amount of compensation, if any, that should be awarded to Ms. Carroll.

The compensatory damages were intended to address the harm inflicted upon Ms. Carroll’s reputation and emotional well-being as determined by the jury.

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