Judge rules Trump must hand over records sought by BBC in defamation case
The judge grants a motion to compel the release of files held by the Donald J Trump Revocable Trust.
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"described the BBC's requests for documents as oppressive and sweeping."
— Alejandro Brito , Other
"said the discovery process had been entirely one-sided."
— Charles Tobin , Executive
"described the letter as a concession and admission by the BBC."
— Alejandro Brito , Other
Key People
Alejandro Brito is an attorney involved in Trump's legal matters.
Charles Tobin is a counsel for the BBC in the defamation case.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
The chair of the BBC who commented on the potential reform of the licence fee.
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The judge grants a motion to compel the release of files held by the Donald J Trump Revocable Trust.
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