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Last Update2025-08-14
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Event Overview
A high-profile legal dispute involving allegations of defamation and personal misconduct, highlighting the use of litigation to address reputational harm. The case underscores tensions between public figures' legal strategies and the handling of sensitive accusations.
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Melania Trump threatens to sue Hunter Biden for $1B over allegations linking her to Jeffrey Epstein
Melania Trump has demanded that Hunter Biden retract what she described as "false, defamatory, and lewd" statements he made about her and Jeffrey Epstein, according to Fox News. A notice letter was sent to Mr. Biden and his lawyers stating that if he fails to retract his statements, Melania Trump will seek over US$1 billion in damages. Sources told Fox News that Mr. Biden did not comply before the deadline, and Mrs. Trump will now enforce her legal rights. Melania Trump's lawyers are also requesting a full and fair retraction of the video containing the statements and an apology. The letter claims Mr. Biden's source was journalist Michael Wolff. Melania Trump's communications director, Nick Clemens, stated that her legal team is ensuring immediate retractions and apologies from those spreading similar claims.