Summary
President Trump is asking a court to have Rupert Murdoch give testimony quickly in a lawsuit involving an article about Trump celebrating Jeffrey Epstein's birthday. Trump's lawyers mention Murdoch's age and health as reasons for a speedy deposition. The lawsuit claims the Wall Street Journal's article harmed Trump's reputation by publishing a letter he says he didn't write.
Key Facts
- Trump wants a quick deposition from Rupert Murdoch, who is 94, due to health concerns.
- The lawsuit is against the Wall Street Journal over an article about a letter linked to Epstein's birthday.
- Trump's lawyers claim he informed Murdoch the letter was fake before the article was published.
- The Wall Street Journal stands by its reporting and is ready to defend against the lawsuit.
- Murdoch has been asked to respond to the deposition request by August 4.
- The letter reportedly included a drawing and a note signed with Trump's name, which he denies writing.
- Trump and Epstein had a known friendship, but Trump says it ended before Epstein’s legal issues.
- Trump alleges his name in Epstein documents might have been planted, but he provided no proof.
