Trump wants to force 94-year-old Rupert Murdoch to answer questions about WSJ’s Epstein story within the next 15 days, just in case he dies.
President Donald Trump asks federal courts in Florida to force a deposit with Rupert Murdoch President’s lawsuit Quoting the age and physical condition of the media giant, to the Wall Street Journal within 15 days.
Trump sued Murdoch-owned Journal in US District Court in Southern Florida on July 18th. That story Report on Republican Presidents Connection with Jeffrey Epsteina child sex trafficker of a financier and suspect who died in a New York prison in 2019 before trial.
The president’s court motion on Monday said Murdoch was 94 years old, and is believed to have suffered some health scares in recent years and is estimated to live in New York. Trump’s lawyers argue that Murdoch is a “significant witness” in the case and that delays in obtaining his testimony could put the proceedings at risk.
“Together, these factors weigh heavily in determining that Murdoch is not available due to face-to-face testimony in court,” Trump’s request to the court said.
The move reflects Trump’s broader strategy to challenge coverage, including reports from conservative media, because of what he sees as inadequate loyalty. Trump has publicly criticized it Fox News and Wall Street Journal He then accused Murdoch of personally manipulating editorial decisions against him.
Murdoch resigned as chairman of Fox and News Inc. in 2023, but he remains honorary chairman and is widely seen as maintaining behind-the-scenes influence. Trump’s submission suggests he believes Murdoch played a role in shaping the editorial stance of the journal.
This case serves as a harsh reminder that even the most powerful media figures are inevitably drawn into the legal and political vortex surrounding Trump.
Murdoch spokesman News Corp. We did not immediately return a request for comment. Trump’s allegations said in a phone conversation that Murdoch’s lawyers showed he was against the efforts.