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What are the Murdochs fighting about in a secret Nevada court?

The outcome could shape the political orientation of the family’s media empire

A collage featuring pictures of Rupert Murdoch and his four children: Lachlan, Prudence, James, and Elisabeth Murdoch.
Illustration: KLAWE RZECZY

Update: The Murdochs’ trial began on September 16th

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