Murdoch succession drama plays out in closed court — Reuters A battle over control of Rupert Murdoch’s media empire begins Monday in a Reno, Nevada courtroom, where a judge will decide whether Murdoch is taking this up in good faith. Murdoch, 93, is attempting to change the terms of the family’s trust — which holds significant stakes in Fox News parent king to ensure that, upon his death, the media companies remain under the control of his eldest son, Lachlan Murdoch. Ironically, the biggest mega-media mogul’s trial is not open to the public, even after appeals from Reuters. #Murdoch #FoxNews - Boost

Rupert Murdoch locked in legal battle with his four eldest children Rupert Murdoch is involved in a legal battle with his children over his plans to hand over his Fox company to son Lachlan, according to a report. The fight for power between the 93-year-old mogul's four eldest children appeared to be decided when Lachlan emerged as the designated heir.   Murdoch reportedly wants to ensure that Lachlan cannot be challenged by his more politically-moderate siblings when it comes to the editorial agenda of their outlets including Fox News. This is all politics… #Murdoch #FoxNews - Boost