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Trump seeks quick Murdoch deposition in lawsuit over Epstein story

Trump seeks quick Murdoch deposition in lawsuit over Epstein story

Summary

President Donald Trump has asked a federal court in Florida to require Rupert Murdoch to provide a deposition within 15 days. This is part of a lawsuit Trump filed against The Wall Street Journal, owned by Murdoch, over a story about Trump's connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

Key Facts

  • Donald Trump filed a lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal on July 18.
  • The lawsuit relates to a story about Trump's links to Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Trump wants Rupert Murdoch to give a deposition quickly due to Murdoch's age and health.
  • Rupert Murdoch is 94 years old and reportedly has had health issues.
  • Trump's legal request claims Murdoch may not be able to testify in person due to these factors.
  • Murdoch's lawyer plans to oppose Trump's request.
  • The lawsuit is being handled in a U.S. District Court in southern Florida.

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