A federal judge has ordered President Donald Trump to sit for a deposition in his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC by December 11. The order came from US Magistrate Judge Enjolique Lett. Lawyers for the BBC expressed frustration over Trump’s repeated delays in appearing for the deposition. Charles Tobin, the BBC’s lawyer, noted that with two months remaining in the discovery period, the broadcaster had still not been able to depose Trump. The lawsuit, which Trump filed in 2019, alleges the BBC falsely reported his comments about the 2016 US election. Trump’s legal team has not yet responded to the court order. The case remains ongoing as both sides prepare for further legal proceedings. The judge’s decision highlights the ongoing legal challenges facing the former president. The BBC has maintained that its reporting was accurate and that Trump’s claims of defamation are unfounded. The deposition is expected to be a key step in determining the case’s outcome. The court order underscores the legal complexities surrounding high-profile defamation cases. The case has drawn significant public attention and legal scrutiny. The BBC has continued to defend its reporting while Trump’s legal team has sought to challenge the validity of the claims. The deadline for Trump’s appearance is set for December 11. The case remains in the early stages of litigation. The legal battle between Trump and the BBC continues to unfold.