Trump Lawsuit Delays Murdoch Deposition, Requires Health Updates

President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch, Dow Jones, and The Wall Street Journal reporters over an article alleging Trump sent a raunchy birthday card to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in 2003. Trump denies the letter exists and claims the article is fake, asserting the lawsuit to protect his reputation. Initially demanding Murdoch's urgent deposition citing his advanced age and health issues, Trump agreed to a truce wherein Murdoch, 94, will provide sworn declarations and regular health updates instead of immediate testimony until a judge rules on a motion to dismiss the case. The lawsuit has intensified tensions between Trump and Murdoch's media empire, with Trump questioning Murdoch's control over the Journal's editorial content. Legal experts express skepticism about the lawsuit's success due to the high burden of proof for public figures in defamation cases, and some commentators suggest the legal battle may ultimately harm Trump more than help him. Meanwhile, the case could potentially expose sensitive details about Trump's past relationships and dealings related to Epstein.