Washington, D.C. — In a recent development, two former Georgia election workers have requested a court order to prohibit Rudy Giuliani from further spreading falsehoods about them. The defamation lawsuit came after Giuliani continued to make baseless claims about Ruby Freeman and Wandrea “Shaye” Moss during and after the damages trial.
Giuliani’s persistent dissemination of these unfounded conspiracy theories has prompted the plaintiffs’ attorneys to demand an end to his targeted defamation and harassment. However, Giuliani’s spokesman did not respond immediately for comment.
The former mayor of New York City had previously admitted to making false public statements accusing Freeman and Moss of committing ballot fraud as part of his efforts to secure Donald Trump’s victory in the 2020 presidential election. These claims resulted in a wave of racist threats and intense harassment that forced the mother and daughter to flee their homes and fear for their safety, as highlighted in their emotional testimony during the trial.
Although Giuliani has expressed his intention to appeal the verdict, it remains uncertain whether he will be able to pay the significant damages awarded. This latest legal battle adds to his financial struggles, as he faces a series of costly lawsuits and investigations stemming from his representation of former president Donald Trump. Moreover, Giuliani is among 19 individuals facing charges related to alleged attempts to subvert Georgia’s 2020 election results. He has pleaded not guilty to these charges, dismissing them as politically motivated.
The outcome of this case will have repercussions not only for Giuliani but also for the boundaries of free speech and accountability among public figures.
