Rudy Giuliani, known as “America’s Mayor” for his work after 9/11, is now in big trouble. He faces losing his homes, expensive cars, and valuable items because he owes $148 million in a defamation case. This case was brought against him by two Georgia election workers, Ruby Freeman and her daughter Shaye Moss. They are trying to make sure Giuliani pays for the harm his lies caused during the 2020 presidential election.
Here’s what happened. During the 2020 election, Giuliani was working as Donald Trump’s lawyer. He made false claims that there was widespread voter fraud. To support these claims, he spread lies about Freeman and Moss, who were election workers at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Giuliani used a fake video to accuse them of cheating with the ballots. These lies made Freeman and Moss targets of harassment and threats.
Their lives were turned upside down. They received death threats and faced racist abuse. They were simply doing their jobs, but Giuliani’s lies made their lives very difficult. In 2022, a judge ruled against Giuliani in this defamation case. He was found liable for spreading lies about Freeman and Moss. The court awarded them $148 million in damages. But instead of paying, Giuliani tried to avoid the judgment. He even attempted to declare bankruptcy, but a judge threw out his case. The judge said Giuliani had not been honest about his finances.
Even though Giuliani says he is broke, his spending habits suggest otherwise. He still lives in a fancy New York City apartment and owns a condominium in Palm Beach. He also has a classic 1980 Mercedes-Benz SL500 and a collection of valuable sports memorabilia, like Yankees World Series rings and jerseys signed by famous players. Freeman and Moss want to take control of these assets to get the money they are owed.
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This case is not just about getting money; it’s about making sure Giuliani faces the consequences for his actions. In a world where false information spreads easily and causes real harm, holding people accountable is important. Freeman and Moss’s lawsuit is part of a bigger effort to use defamation laws to fight against misinformation.
One tweet that captures the public’s feelings is from @CalltoActivism: “🚨🚨🚨JUST IN: Former Georgia election workers Freeman and Moss seek complete control of Rudy Giuliani’s assets to fulfill $146M defamation judgment.” The tweet has received a lot of support. One reply says, “And I hope the court grants it. Those poor women have had their lives turned upside down for a lie. And Rudy is still doubling down on that lie.”
🚨🚨🚨JUST IN: Former Georgia election workers Freeman and Moss seek complete control of Rudy Giuliani’s assets to fulfill $146M defamation judgment.
GRAB HIM BY THE ASSETS!
— CALL TO ACTIVISM (@CalltoActivism) August 30, 2024
And I hope the court grants it. Those poor women have had their lives turned upside down for a lie. And Rudy is still doubling down on that lie. It is unacceptable that they have not been paid yet.
— Tired of trump being the dumbest MFer on Earth (@Tired_Nonsense_) August 30, 2024
Giuliani’s case shows that no one is above the law. Freeman and Moss are standing up for the truth, and they want to make sure that Giuliani pays for the harm he caused. Their fight is not just about money; it’s about ensuring that spreading lies and misinformation has real consequences.
As the legal battle continues, Freeman and Moss hope to see Giuliani held accountable. They are fighting to get the justice they deserve and to make sure that those who cause harm through lies and misinformation are punished. Giuliani may have thought he could escape responsibility, but Freeman and Moss are determined to make sure he pays for the damage he caused.
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