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Trump Files $10 Billion Lawsuit Against Rupert Murdoch, Wall Street Journal Over Epstein Letter Report
U.S. President Donald Trump has initiated a massive $10 billion defamation lawsuit against media magnate Rupert Murdoch, News Corp, Dow Jones (the parent company of The Wall Street Journal), and two Wall Street Journal reporters. The suit, filed yesterday, Friday, July 18, 2025, in a federal court in Miami, stems from a Wall Street Journal report published earlier in the week concerning an alleged 2003 letter from Trump to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The Wall Street Journal's Controversial Report:
The article in question, published on Thursday, July 17, 2025, claimed that a birthday album compiled for Jeffrey Epstein's 50th birthday in 2003 contained a sexually suggestive letter purportedly bearing Donald Trump's name. According to The Wall Street Journal, the letter featured typewritten text framed by the outline of what appeared to be a hand-drawn naked woman. The report detailed that a "squiggly 'Donald'" signature was placed below the woman's waist, mimicking pubic hair, and the letter allegedly concluded with the line, "Happy Birthday — and may every day be another wonderful secret." The birthday album was reportedly compiled by Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's longtime associate.
The Wall Street Journal stated that the letter was among materials reviewed by Justice Department investigators during a previous probe into Epstein's activities. However, the newspaper did not publish a photograph of the entire letter or provide details on how it obtained the document.
President Trump's Swift and Vehement Denial:
President Trump vehemently denied writing the letter or drawing the image described by The Wall Street Journal. In a series of furious posts on his Truth Social platform, he condemned the story as "false, malicious, and defamatory" and labeled the alleged letter "FAKE." He asserted, "These are not my words, not the way I talk. Also, I don't draw pictures."
Trump publicly claimed he had warned Rupert Murdoch against publishing the story, stating he told Murdoch it was a "Scam." Following the article's publication, Trump declared his intent to sue, proclaiming, "I'm going to sue his ass off, and that of his third rate newspaper."
The lawsuit specifically accuses Dow Jones, News Corp, Murdoch, and the two Wall Street Journal reporters of acting with malicious intent, causing him "overwhelming financial and reputational harm." Trump's legal filing argues that the defendants "concocted this story to malign President Trump's character and integrity and deceptively portray him in a false light," specifically highlighting their failure to provide photographic proof of the letter or explain its provenance.
Broader Context and Implications:
This high-stakes lawsuit adds a new, contentious chapter to the often-complex relationship between Donald Trump and Rupert Murdoch's influential media empire. While Murdoch's outlets, particularly Fox News, have frequently been supportive of Trump, there have been notable public disagreements, especially concerning coverage of the 2020 election and its aftermath. Trump has previously accused Murdoch of being a "globalist" who works against his "America First" agenda.
The lawsuit also emerges amidst renewed public scrutiny over Jeffrey Epstein's activities and the ongoing release of documents related to his case. The Wall Street Journal report, and Trump's subsequent legal action, further entangle the President with the Epstein controversy, potentially creating significant political challenges as he navigates his current term.
Dow Jones, the parent company of The Wall Street Journal, has publicly stated that it will "vigorously defend" against Trump's legal action, affirming full confidence in the rigor and accuracy of their reporting. The legal battle is expected to be a high-profile and closely watched case given the stature of the parties involved and the highly sensitive nature of the allegations.
I'm Aisha shehu
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