Rudy Giuliani Settles Over Defamation Case Against Georgia Election Workers
Rudy Giuliani reaches a settlement with Georgia election workers regarding his assets to satisfy a $148 million defamation judgment.
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Summary
Rudy Giuliani has settled a case with Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Wandrea Moss regarding the ownership of his Florida condo and three World Series rings. This comes after a jury previously found him liable for defamation, ordering him to pay $148 million. Despite surrendering significant assets, including a luxury car and cash, Giuliani disputes the turnover of his condo, arguing it is his primary residence. He has faced contempt rulings for failing to comply with court orders and engaging in further defamatory speech against the women. The settlement preempts a scheduled civil trial.
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From the Left
Rudy Giuliani has been found guilty of defaming Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, leading to a substantial $148 million judgment against him, which reflects the serious impact of spreading false information regarding the 2020 election.
Freeman and Moss expressed the deep personal consequences they faced due to Giuliani's defamation, highlighting that financial compensation cannot resolve the trauma they experienced or the loss of their home and community.
Judges finding Giuliani in contempt of court for failing to comply with legal requirements demonstrates a disregard for the justice system and reflects broader issues related to accountability for misinformation.
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Giuliani's case has been framed as a politically motivated attack against a former Trump ally, reinforcing claims of bias in legal proceedings against conservatives involved in the 2020 election controversies.
The focus has shifted to the possession of Giuliani's assets rather than the initial defamation ruling, suggesting a perception that the court's actions are more about stripping Giuliani of his possessions than delivering justice to Freeman and Moss.
Supporters argue that Giuliani's financial struggles have been exacerbated by legal battles, arguing that the campaign against him is an attempt to silence conservative voices.
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Highlights (3)
Rudy Giuliani's once-stalwart reputation has now crumbled, overshadowed by his involvement in attempts to overturn the 2020 election and the severe repercussions he faces from both legal and personal consequences.
Giuliani settles with Georgia election workers over defamation payout
USA TODAY
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Giuliani's persistent defiance and failure to show remorse highlight a troubling disregard for the consequences of his actions, further complicating his legal battles and the toll they have taken on Freeman and Moss.
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The Guardian
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The case illustrates the stark consequences of Giuliani's reckless defamation, as he must now confront the reality of losing valuable assets to satisfy a substantial judgment after falsely vilifying individuals in a high-stakes political environment.
Giuliani settles dispute with Georgia election workers over ownership of condo, World Series rings
Boston Herald
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