Trump urges court to reject BBC’s bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

Donald Trump is suing the BBC for defamation and seeking $10 billion in damages. The BBC is trying to get court approval to obtain testimony and documents from Trump family members as part of its defense. Trump is asking the court to reject the BBC's request.

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Philadelphia InquirerLean Left· Aug 22, 2026

Trump urges court to reject BBC's bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

ABC NewsLean Left· Aug 22, 2026

Trump urges court to reject BBC's bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

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Trump urges court to reject BBC's bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

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Trump urges court to reject BBC’s bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

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WANE Fort WayneCenter· Aug 23, 2026

Trump urges court to reject BBC's bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

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Trump urges court to reject BBC's bid to secure records from his family in defamation case

The HillCenter· Aug 22, 2026

Trump fights BBC's push to subpoena family members amid legal battle

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Washington ExaminerRight· Aug 22, 2026

Trump requests court to protect family records from BBC defamation case investigation

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Al JazeeraLean Left· Aug 22, 2026

Trump seeks to block the BBC’s attempt to subpoena Ivanka Trump, Trump Jr

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