A recent Above the Law report draws attention to a scheduling conflict in a lawsuit brought by Donald Trump. According to the report, Trump has indicated he is too busy to sit for a deposition in the case — a case he initiated. The same report notes that he found time to appear at a campaign rally, a juxtaposition that raises questions about how courts should treat litigants' claims of unavailability.
The piece reminds readers that the plaintiff's own choice to sue carries procedural duties, including showing up for questioning. When a party seeks relief from the courts, judges typically expect that party to cooperate with discovery. The report does not offer legal analysis beyond the irony, but it implies that the excuse may wear thin if the schedule allows for political events.
Because this is a single source, there is no independent confirmation or opposing view presented. The article's tone is critical, framing the situation as a matter of priorities rather than a genuine conflict. Whether a court will accept the reasoning remains an open question, but the report suggests that public appearances undercut the claim of being too busy.