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Trump Seeks Fast Deposition of Rupert Murdoch in WSJ Lawsuit
President Trump’s legal team has requested a swift deposition of Rupert Murdoch in connection with a lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal. In a court filing, Trump’s lawyers cited Murdoch’s advanced age and recent health concerns as reasons for urgency. The suit stems from WSJ reporting on Trump’s alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein, which Trump has publicly denied. The president’s attorneys claim Murdoch personally assured Trump he would block the story’s publication. The judge has given Murdoch’s legal team until August 4 to respond. Read More (The Hill Rating)
NewsNation Posts Strong July Ratings Growth
NewsNation was the only major cable news network to post total day audience growth in July 2025, with a 6% rise in total viewers. Its daytime programming saw widespread double-digit to triple-digit increases, with standout performances by “Morning in America” and “NewsNation Live with Marni Hughes.” Prime-time flagship “Cuomo” gained 20% in viewers, continuing its steady climb. Weekend programming also grew across the board. The network is carried on traditional cable and multiple streaming platforms. Read More (The Desk Rating)
FCC Chair Brendan Carr Faces Ethics Complaint Over Media Merger
The Freedom of the Press Foundation filed an ethics complaint against FCC Chair Brendan Carr, alleging misconduct surrounding the agency’s approval of the Paramount-Skydance merger. The complaint cites Carr’s public comments criticizing CBS News and alleged coercive tactics tied to President Trump’s interests. It highlights the $16 million settlement paid by Paramount to Trump’s foundation and content oversight concessions as part of the merger approval. The complaint calls for Carr’s disbarment, accusing him of undermining the First Amendment and misusing his office. Read More (The Hill Rating)
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