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BBC seeks testimony from Trump Jr, Ivanka, Kushner in $10 bn case
BBC seeks testimony from Trump Jr, Ivanka, Kushner in $10 bn case
The BBC is seeking court approval to subpoena Donald Trump Jr, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner in President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit over the broadcaster's editing of his January 6,…
The Story in Brief
The BBC is seeking court approval to subpoena Donald Trump Jr, Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner in President Donald Trump's $10 billion defamation lawsuit over the broadcaster's editing of his January 6, 2021 speech. The broadcaster argues the three have personal knowledge about Trump's intentions when he addressed supporters as the Capitol attack unfolded. Trump filed the suit in December 2025, Times Now reports.
A BBC Panorama documentary edited separate sections of the speech to appear continuous, creating a misleading impression that Trump endorsed violence. The BBC has apologised but denies providing grounds for defamation. Court filings show attempts to serve subpoenas were blocked by police and the Secret Service. The BBC now asks the court to allow alternative service, including by mail.
The Indian Opinion
Both sides are spinning this as either a fishing expedition or a cover-up. The BBC's editing was sloppy and rightly apologised for, but a $10 billion defamation claim appears disproportionate. The real test is whether Trump intended to incite violence that day, which the subpoenaed family members may clarify. Watch for the magistrate judge's ruling on whether the BBC can serve subpoenas by mail.
Sources (2): livemint.com, timesnownews.com
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