"Sen. Feinstein's Family Legal Battle Escalates to Private Mediation"

A judge has ordered the parties involved in a legal dispute over the estate of Senator Dianne Feinstein's late husband to resolve their differences through private mediation. The lawsuit, filed by Feinstein's daughter, Katherine Feinstein, accuses the trustees of elder abuse and refusing to reimburse medical expenses. The trustees deny wrongdoing and question Katherine Feinstein's power of attorney. The dispute also involves the sale of a family beach house. The judge urged a settlement, highlighting the potential impact on Feinstein's ability to serve in the Senate.