Trump ordered by judge to reveal financial records in BBC defamation

Donald Trump has suffered a setback in his $10 billion defamation case against the BBC after a judge ruled the U.S. president must turn over financial records sought by the broadcaster.

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The New RepublicLeft· Jul 22, 2026

Trump BBC Defamation Lawsuit Backfires Big-Time—With Subpoenas Coming

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Judge rules Trump must hand over records sought by BBC in defamation case

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Trump must hand over financial information in $10B defamation suit against BBC, judge rules

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The GuardianLean Left· Jul 21, 2026

Trump must divulge financial details about businesses in $10bn BBC lawsuit

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