Murdoch Family Succession Battle Ends With Court Ruling Against Rupert Murdoch's Plans

A Nevada court decision halts Rupert Murdoch's attempt to secure Lachlan's control of the media empire, deepening divisions within the family.

A Nevada probate court ruled against Rupert Murdoch's efforts to alter the family trust to ensure Lachlan Murdoch's control of News Corp after Rupert's death.
The ruling returns the Murdoch family assets to an equal holding pattern among Rupert's four children, James, Lachlan, Prudence, and Elizabeth.
James Murdoch, who opposes Fox News' conservative direction, and his sisters blocked Rupert's plan, citing concerns over the company's values and management.
Tensions within the family have escalated over decades, with disputes over trust control, ideological differences, and personal betrayals, as revealed in court documents and interviews.
The legal battle has drawn comparisons to the fictional drama 'Succession,' further highlighting the real-life power struggles within the Murdoch dynasty.