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BBC requests judge compel Donald Trump's deposition in $10bn defamation suit

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The BBC wants a federal judge in Florida to make Donald Trump give a deposition for his $10bn defamation lawsuit against the broadcaster. Trump's lawyers said he was unavailable on 16 October, citing "matters of national importance" and suggesting a January date. The January date is well after the case's discovery deadline, despite the BBC offering a confidential location.

By BriefTea Editorial · 14 October 2026 at 0:23

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