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DOJ Launches Perjury Investigation into Trump Accuser E. Jean Carroll

May 28, 2026

Summary

The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, examining whether the former columnist committed perjury in her testimony related to civil lawsuits against Donald Trump.

How coverage differs

Left outlets report the DOJ's perjury investigation into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll as a new development, while right outlets emphasize the serious allegations potentially undermining her sex abuse claims.

  • Left: Perjury investigation into Trump accuser sparks concerns for victims Left-leaning outlets report on the Justice Department's criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, focusing on her status as an accuser of Donald Trump in civil lawsuits. They highlight the new development without extensive commentary on the perjury allegations themselves.
  • Center: Justice Department probes E. Jean Carroll over perjury claims in Trump lawsuits Center outlets report the Justice Department has initiated a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll concerning potential perjury in her testimony. They factually state the probe relates to her civil lawsuits against Donald Trump.
  • Right: Accuser's perjury investigation casts doubt on Trump lawsuit claims Right-leaning outlets highlight the Justice Department's criminal perjury investigation into E. Jean Carroll, emphasizing the serious nature of the allegations against President Trump's accuser. They frame this development as potentially undermining her previous claims of sex abuse.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • DOJ opens investigation into Trump accuser E. Jean Carroll - CNN

Center

  • US justice department launches criminal investigation into Trump accuser E Jean Carroll, reports say
  • Justice Department Opens Probe Into Trump Accuser E. Jean Carroll

Right

  • DOJ opens perjury investigation into Trump sex abuse accuser E. Jean Carroll: report

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