Legal Battle Erupts: Trump Sues Wall Street Journal Over Epstein-Related Article

In a major legal move, Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal, demanding $10 billion in damages. The suit is a direct response to an article that alleged Trump sent a controversial birthday greeting to Jeffrey Epstein, featuring a drawing and references to confidential matters. The defendants include News Corp., Dow Jones, and key personnel from the newspaper. Trump’s lawyers contend the report is false and malicious, emphasizing their efforts to prevent its publication. The controversy has led to Trump directing Attorney General Pam Bondi to offer testimony, and the Justice Department has subsequently taken steps to release grand jury records. The lawsuit comes amidst heightened scrutiny of the Epstein case.