Trump had previously promised to release documents related to Epstein's crimes during his reelection campaign but reversed this stance once in office, citing legal and privacy concerns.

Legal experts suggest that if the case proceeds to discovery, it could uncover damaging details about Trump's connections to Epstein, potentially impacting his reputation.

The defendants may seek to dismiss the lawsuit or open discovery, which could compel Trump to reveal more about his relationship with Epstein.

Trump publicly criticized those demanding more information about Epstein, claiming he asked the Justice Department to release grand jury testimony, and posted on Truth Social about his efforts.

The lawsuit targets the WSJ, its reporters, and Rupert Murdoch's News Corp, with Trump asserting his intent to fight what he calls 'fake news' and defend his reputation.

The Wall Street Journal has expressed confidence in its reporting and plans to vigorously defend against the lawsuit, which could lead to a discovery process revealing more about Trump's relationship with Epstein.

Trump's association with Epstein, who died in jail in 2019 while awaiting trial, has been scrutinized since his presidency, with reports indicating Trump once described Epstein as a 'terrific guy' in the early 2000s.

President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal, claiming the article that reported he wrote a lewd letter to Jeffrey Epstein was false and malicious.

In recent actions, Trump directed the Justice Department to release grand jury testimony concerning Epstein, amid ongoing debates over transparency and legal restrictions.

The House Rules Committee is also considering a resolution to release Epstein records, though it is non-binding and faces opposition from Democrats.

The article cited a 2002 profile where Trump acknowledged Epstein's interest in younger women, adding context to the longstanding scrutiny of their association.

Despite some skepticism from Rupert Murdoch, who hoped the January 6 Capitol riot would end Trump's political career, Trump's supporters have rallied around him amid the legal battles.