Here's Why The DOJ's Probe Into Billionaire's Nonprofit Over E. Jean Carroll Case Worries Me: Lawyer

BusinessHere's Why The DOJ's Probe Into Billionaire's Nonprofit Over E. Jean Carroll Case Worries Me: LawyerByForbesTV,Forbes Staff.Follow AuthorJun 03, 2026, 11:36am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The Department of Justice is reportedly investigating American Future Republic, a nonprofit backed by Democratic billionaire and LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, over donations made to help pay the legal fees of columnist E. Jean Carroll. Carroll successfully sued President Donald Trump for assault and defamation, and Trump was ordered to pay her over $88 million. Attorney Mark Sedlander joins "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss the probe. Watch the full interview above. Got a tip? Share confidential information with Forbes.Editorial StandardsReprints & Permissions