Rudy Giuliani is embroiled in legal troubles after defaming Georgia election workers despite a court ruling, intensifying the legal battle following his controversial podcast remarks.
At a Glance
- Rudy Giuliani repeated defamatory claims against Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss on his podcast.
- Giuliani faces a $148 million defamation judgment and potential civil contempt charges.
- The lawsuit arises from Giuliani’s persistence in echoing claims that Freeman and Moss committed ballot fraud in 2020.
- Giuliani’s new lawyer criticizes the judgment as excessive and unconstitutional.
Giuliani’s Persistent Defamation
Rudy Giuliani continues to deal with significant legal repercussions after allegedly defaming Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss. Despite a legal agreement to cease false allegations, Giuliani repeated these false claims about the election workers on his podcast. The pair’s attorneys have cited Giuliani’s continued remarks as grounds for contempt motions, potentially leading to heavy penalties or imprisonment.
The court previously directed Giuliani to pay a $148 million judgment for defamation to Freeman and Moss after missing a payment deadline. His legal team is challenging this decision, arguing that the compensation amount is exorbitant and unconstitutional. They argue the penalties should be reassessed and reduced.
Ex-Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani should be held in civil contempt and sanctioned for continuing to spread false claims about the 2020 election, Georgia election workers argued in a court filing Wednesday. https://t.co/27WfcS7ynU https://t.co/27WfcS7ynU
— Forbes (@Forbes) November 21, 2024
New Allegations and Legal Counteractions
Giuliani’s refusal to abide by the sanctions has resulted in a filed contempt motion by Freeman and Moss in federal court, highlighting repeated public slanderous remarks. Their attorney, Michael Gottlieb, declared, “The Court should hold Mr. Giuliani in civil contempt and — following a hearing, if necessary — impose sanctions calculated to ensure Mr. Giuliani’s compliance with the Consent Injunction.”
Despite Giuliani’s asset surrender, his non-compliance concerning further compensatory actions has been questioned. Helming his defense, spokesperson Ted Goodman remarked on Giuliani’s rights under the First Amendment, posed against what they describe as a manipulative legal strategy.
NEW: Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss are seeking a contempt order against Rudy Giuliani in Washington D.C., saying the former Trump attorney violated court orders by making new defamatory statements about them last week.
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— Kyle Cheney (@kyledcheney) November 20, 2024
Implications of Defiant Broadcasts
Giuliani’s continued insistence on his version of events regarding the 2020 election and ballot irregularities underscore a broader legal battle. His podcast recently broadcasted more allegations, creating friction with legal sanctions. Freeman and Moss have both been cleared by Georgia authorities. Consequently, their legal team seeks to impose civil contempt charges.
As the legal situation unfolds, Giuliani maintains his stance, attributing his challenges to a politically motivated campaign against him. His legal adviser, Joseph Cammarata, labeled the imposed judgment “astronomical, unconstitutional, and unamerican.” Meanwhile, the hearing concerning contempt charges is set for December 12, leaving questions about the impending outcomes on Giuliani’s future participation in political commentary and legal appearances.
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Georgia election workers ask federal judge to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt
Georgia election workers ask judge to hold Rudy Giuliani in contempt
Poll Workers Seek Contempt Against Rudy Giuliani, Alleging Continued Defamation
