In a recent development, former President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay $83.3 million in defamation damages to E. Jean Carroll by a judge. Although Trump has vowed to appeal the verdict, Carroll is determined to make good use of the money once it is in her hands.

Carroll, a former Elle magazine columnist, shared her plans with The New York Times, stating that she would be careful with the awarded sum and would not waste a cent of it. She expressed her intention to do something impactful with the money, emphasizing her desire to make a positive difference.

While Carroll is still contemplating how to utilize the funds, she did mention that she intends to treat her two dogs to upmarket food, a small luxury that has been difficult to afford. The rest of the money will be used for a purpose that will benefit others.

This recent verdict comes after Trump lost a separate civil trial in May, where he was found liable for the sexual abuse of Carroll in the 1990s. In that case, he was ordered to pay $5 million in damages. Carroll sees the recent legal victories as a win for women and a powerful statement in a time when women's rights are being challenged across the country.

Throughout the trial, Trump continued to attack Carroll through posts on his social media platform, Truth Social, some of which were even published while he was present in the courtroom. Following the recent verdict, Trump took to Truth Social once again, criticizing the legal system and calling it a political weapon.

Carroll, in response to Trump's statement, told The New York Times that she was unsure if these attacks would finally cease. She acknowledged that she cannot predict Trump's actions and expressed her focus on moving forward from the ordeal.

Heading into the trial, Carroll admitted feeling terrified as she was about to face the individual she had accused of assaulting her. However, once in the courtroom, she felt empowered and energized. She described Trump as "just a man with no clothes on," highlighting that it is the people around him who give him power.

As the legal battle between Carroll and Trump continues, the world watches with anticipation to see if the defamation damages will stand or if Trump's appeal will alter the outcome. In the meantime, Carroll remains determined to utilize the awarded funds to make a positive impact, not only in her own life but also in the lives of others.