politics
BBC Seeks to Subpoena Trump Children and Son-in-Law Over Defamation Lawsuit
Network wants to serve Jared Kushner, Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr after president sues over January 6 documentary
TL;DR
- The BBC is attempting to subpoena Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump, and Jared Kushner for their testimony and records.
- The subpoenas are sought as part of the BBC's defense against a defamation lawsuit filed by Donald Trump.
- Trump's lawsuit concerns a BBC documentary titled "Trump, A Second Chance?" which allegedly edited scenes from his January 6, 2021 speech.
- The BBC claims the family members have knowledge of events and statements made by Trump around January 6th, including attempts to influence Mike Pence.
- Serving subpoenas has been difficult due to the individuals' protection by the US Secret Service.
- Trump has accused the BBC of using AI to alter his speech, a claim the network denies.
- The BBC has apologized for editing but maintains Trump lacks grounds for defamation.