When Rupert Murdoch dies, it could plunge the Fox and News Corp empire into civil war.

The article focuses on the legal and familial tensions surrounding Rupert Murdoch's media empire as his health declines and succession issues arise. President Donald Trump's attorneys have filed a motion for the expedited deposition of Murdoch, citing his age and health problems, which raises questions about the future of News Corp and Fox Corporation. The Murdoch Family Trust, established to manage the family's voting power in these companies, is at the center of ongoing disputes among Rupert's four eldest children—Lachlan, James, Elisabeth, and Prudence—over control and succession. The article highlights the potential for significant changes in the media landscape depending on how these family dynamics unfold, particularly as Lachlan currently leads the companies amid rising stock performance and ongoing legal challenges. [Extracted from the article]