Trump's BBC lawsuit continues. The financial-records fight narrowed.
Trump has not stopped his $10 billion BBC lawsuit. A judge paused financial discovery while he narrows his damages claim, as the BBC separately seeks testimony from three family members.
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What the suit alleges
Trump says a BBC documentary defamed him by splicing separate parts of his January 6 speech. The BBC apologized for the misleading edit but denies that it defamed him.
What was paused
The judge temporarily paused an order for records from hundreds of Trump-linked businesses while considering an amended complaint. Trump is dropping business and brand damages, not the lawsuit.
What still stands
Trump still seeks $10 billion for alleged personal reputational harm. The case remains active, with a provisional trial scheduled for February.
Why the family subpoenas
The BBC says Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner and Donald Trump Jr. may have relevant knowledge about the speech, its aftermath and claimed harm. It is asking to serve them by email or certified mail after in-person attempts failed.