Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Trump Seeks Expedited Murdoch Deposition in Epstein Defamation Case
Donald Trump is suing The Wall Street Journal because they wrote a story saying he sent a letter to Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump wants to ask Rupert Murdoch questions under oath quickly, and has asked a judge for a deposition.
Trump's lawyer says Murdoch's age of 94 and health issues mean he should be questioned soon.
The Wall Street Journal stands by the story.
Trump's lawyer said Murdoch was involved in the decision to publish the article.
Trump seeks a deposition from Rupert Murdoch within 15 days in his $10 billion libel lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal.
The lawsuit concerns a WSJ article alleging Trump sent a suggestive birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump's lawyer argues for an expedited schedule due to Murdoch's age and health.
The filing cites Murdoch's alleged direct involvement in the decision to publish the article.
The judge has not yet ruled on the request for an expedited deposition.
- Who
- Donald Trump and Rupert Murdoch.
- What
- Trump seeks an expedited deposition of Rupert Murdoch in his defamation lawsuit.
- When
- The court filing was on Monday.
- Where
- Federal court in Miami, Florida.
- Why
- Due to Trump's defamation lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal and Murdoch's age.
Donald Trump
Rupert Murdoch
Deposition Timing
Donald Trump
Murdoch should be deposed soon due to his age and involvement.
Rupert Murdoch
No explicit opposing viewpoint in article.
- Plaintiff
- Donald Trump
- Defendant
- Rupert Murdoch, Dow Jones & Co.
- Reason for Deposition
- Trump's defamation lawsuit
- Lawsuit Subject
- Story on Trump's ties to Jeffrey Epstein
- Murdoch's Age
- 94 years old
- Date of Lawsuit
- July 18
Sources
Donald Trump Wants Expedited Deposition Of Rupert Murdoch As Part Of Lawsuit Over Wall Street Journal’s Jeffrey Epstein Story
Trump seeks quick Murdoch deposition in Wall Street Journal lawsuit over Epstein story
Trump seeks Rupert Murdoch’s deposition in defamation suit over Epstein letter story
