In a recent turn of events, President Donald Trump and Rupert Murdoch have reached an agreement to delay Murdoch’s deposition in Trump’s lawsuit against him. The deposition will be postponed until after a ruling on the motion to dismiss the case. This agreement, detailed in a joint stipulation, allows for updates on Murdoch’s health, potentially accelerating the deposition if needed. The court filing indicates that if the dismissal motion is denied, Murdoch’s deposition will occur within 30 days.
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Trump asks for swift deposition of Murdoch in Epstein defamation case, and the whole thing feels like a tangled web of political maneuvering, accusations, and the inevitable drama surrounding Donald Trump. It’s hard to ignore the irony here – a man who seems to attract controversy like a magnet is now trying to quickly depose Rupert Murdoch, a media titan, in a case tied to the notorious Jeffrey Epstein. The request for a swift deposition, citing Murdoch’s age, is a strategic move, and it’s hard not to see it as a calculated attempt to gain an advantage.
Given the complexities of the situation, it’s clear Trump’s involvement with Epstein is a hot topic.… Continue reading
Rep. Jim Jordan is scheduled to be deposed regarding allegations that he failed to protect wrestlers he coached at Ohio State University from sexual abuse by team doctor Richard Strauss. Jordan, who has denied any knowledge of the abuse, will be questioned under oath for the first time by lawyers representing former OSU students suing the university. The deposition comes amid lawsuits that allege Jordan was aware of the abuse. This deposition is a part of the ongoing legal proceedings against OSU, which has faced allegations of covering up Strauss’s misconduct for years.
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Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan is scheduled to be deposed in a civil suit concerning the sex abuse scandal at Ohio State University, where he served as assistant wrestling coach. The deposition stems from allegations that Jordan was aware of sexual assaults perpetrated by Dr. Richard Strauss but failed to protect student wrestlers. The plaintiffs, who include former students, allege that they discussed the assaults with Jordan and other staff members. Jordan has consistently denied any involvement in the alleged cover-up, though survivors like Steve Snyder-Hill express skepticism given the proximity of Jordan’s locker to Strauss.
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Following a judge’s order, President-elect Trump and ABC News host George Stephanopoulos will each give four-hour depositions next week in Trump’s defamation suit against ABC. The depositions, initially delayed, will proceed in person (Trump in Florida) and potentially remotely for Stephanopoulos. The suit stems from Stephanopoulos’s reporting on the E. Jean Carroll case, where Trump disputes the characterization of the jury’s finding. ABC’s attempts to dismiss the case based on fair reporting privilege were unsuccessful.
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A Florida judge ordered President-elect Trump to undergo a four-hour deposition next week in his defamation lawsuit against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos. This deposition, scheduled before a December 24th deadline for summary judgment motions, is in response to Stephanopoulos’ on-air statement that Trump was “found liable for rape,” a claim disputed by Trump. The judge acknowledged Trump’s previous unavailability during the election but deemed his current status necessitates participation. ABC News intends to question Trump about prior statements relevant to his credibility and the defamation claim itself.
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Unauthorized access to depositions in the Chris Dorworth defamation case, including that of the alleged minor involved with Matt Gaetz, has been revealed. The leak, attributed to an individual using the name “Altam Beezley,” impacts ongoing investigations into Gaetz’s alleged sexual misconduct and other improprieties. Despite the Justice Department’s decision not to file charges, the House Ethics Committee’s investigation continues, facing debate over releasing its findings now that Gaetz has resigned and been nominated for Attorney General. This release is opposed by some, while others, including Democrats on the Ethics Committee, advocate for public transparency.
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