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Alex Murdaugh to Take the Stand?

Alex Murdaugh could take the stand in his own defense on Thursday.

New reports speculated on whether the accused killer will take the stand. The defense attorneys laid the groundwork, asking the judge about the range of questions Murdaugh could be asked on cross-examine, and whether Murdaugh would be able to take his Fifth Amendment right against incriminating himself.

Judge Clifton Newman said any ruling would be made as they happened, not before the testimony.

Also in court today, Murdaugh's former friend and law partner testified about going to Moselle after hearing about the murders. Mark…

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