The judge overseeing Donald Trump's libel lawsuit against Rupert Murdoch's News Corp previously handled a lawsuit Trump himself dropped against Michael Cohen. The case hinges on whether Trump can prove the Wall Street Journal published false information. Crucially, to do so, Trump would potentially be required to testify under oath and answer questions regarding his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. This connection adds a layer of complexity and potential legal risk for the former president as he pursues the libel claim.