In a recent court filing, Donald Trump has requested that Rupert Murdoch be deposed quickly in his lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, bringing attention to Murdoch's advanced age and health concerns.
Trump Pushes for Quick Testimony from Murdoch in Epstein Lawsuit
Trump Pushes for Quick Testimony from Murdoch in Epstein Lawsuit
Trump's legal team cites the media mogul's age as a reason for urgency in deposition.
Trump has initiated legal action against the Wall Street Journal, a publication owned by Murdoch's News Corp, over an article claiming he penned an inappropriate letter to celebrate Jeffrey Epstein's birthday in 2003. His lawyers argue that due to Murdoch's 94 years and recent health issues, his testimony could be at risk, urging the court for expedited proceedings.
The lawsuit highlights Trump's assertion that he informed Murdoch the letter in question was fabricated before it was published. The July 17 article, which alleges a correspondence between Trump and Epstein, has drawn scrutiny amidst pressures for more information regarding Epstein and his network.
In their filing in Miami federal court, Trump's attorneys stated, “Taken together, these factors weigh heavily in determining that Murdoch would be unavailable for in-person testimony at trial.” The judge overseeing the case has requested a response from Murdoch by August 4.
The article that sparked the lawsuit was said to feature provocative elements, including references to a typewritten letter adorned with crude imagery and an imaginary dialogue between Trump and Epstein. While Trump categorically denied composing the letter, he pointed out the mounting pressures within his administration regarding Epstein.
Trump's statement claims he may have been wrongfully included in the Epstein files, suggesting influence from political figures such as former Attorney General Merrick Garland and ex-FBI Director James Comey, yet he did not present evidence to support his assertions. As the legal proceedings unfold, further details regarding Trump's past connections with Epstein may emerge.
The lawsuit highlights Trump's assertion that he informed Murdoch the letter in question was fabricated before it was published. The July 17 article, which alleges a correspondence between Trump and Epstein, has drawn scrutiny amidst pressures for more information regarding Epstein and his network.
In their filing in Miami federal court, Trump's attorneys stated, “Taken together, these factors weigh heavily in determining that Murdoch would be unavailable for in-person testimony at trial.” The judge overseeing the case has requested a response from Murdoch by August 4.
The article that sparked the lawsuit was said to feature provocative elements, including references to a typewritten letter adorned with crude imagery and an imaginary dialogue between Trump and Epstein. While Trump categorically denied composing the letter, he pointed out the mounting pressures within his administration regarding Epstein.
Trump's statement claims he may have been wrongfully included in the Epstein files, suggesting influence from political figures such as former Attorney General Merrick Garland and ex-FBI Director James Comey, yet he did not present evidence to support his assertions. As the legal proceedings unfold, further details regarding Trump's past connections with Epstein may emerge.
