Rupert Murdoch's British publishing company has proposed a significant settlement to Prince Harry and former lawmaker Tom Watson to prevent a prolonged trial regarding allegations of coverups pertaining to illegal activities at Murdoch's tabloids. The offer, made shortly before the trial's commencement, parallels a previous $787.5 million settlement Murdoch faced over a defamation suit involving Fox News. Central to the allegations is Will Lewis, the current CEO of the Washington Post, who was a Murdoch executive during the height of a voicemail hacking scandal. Both Harry and Watson seek admissions of wrongdoing from Murdoch's executives before entering into a settlement.
Murdoch's British publishing arm has made a settlement offer to Prince Harry and a senior lawmaker to avoid a trial over alleged coverup of illegal actions at his tabloids.
The claims against the executives, including Will Lewis, have not been tested in court, and they vehemently deny any wrongdoing connected to the tabloid scandal.
The last-gasp settlement evokes Murdoch's past $787.5 million settlement to avoid trial in a defamation case, hinting at his willingness to avoid extensive legal battles.
Justice Timothy Fancourt rebuked a Murdoch attorney seeking a secret hearing, emphasizing transparency in this significant case involving public figures and alleged wrongdoings.
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