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Giuliani to Appear in Court Over Defamation Judgment
Rudy Giuliani faces a court hearing to explain the absence of his assets, which were ordered to be surrendered as part of a $148 million defamation judgment.
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New York CityManhattan Federal Court
Rudy GiulianiLewis LimanDonald TrumpRuby FreemanWandrea Moss
- Why must Rudy Giuliani appear in court on Thursday?
- Rudy Giuliani is facing a court appearance to explain why he hasn't surrendered his assets as ordered by Judge Lewis Liman, following a $148 million defamation judgment against him.
- How did Giuliani's spokesperson characterize the legal actions?
- Giuliani's spokesperson dismissed the legal proceedings as intimidation tactics aimed at rendering him penniless and homeless. The court appearance is set for Thursday.
- What discovery was made during a visit to Giuliani's apartment?
- A visit to Giuliani's apartment revealed that most of its contents had been removed weeks prior, leading to the court appearance.
- What was the basis of the $148 million defamation judgment against Giuliani?
- The defamation judgment stemmed from Giuliani's false accusations of election fraud against Ruby Freeman and her daughter, Wandrea Moss, during the 2020 election.
- What was the outcome of Giuliani's attempt to delay or change the court hearing?
- Giuliani's lawyers unsuccessfully argued against surrendering his belongings while appealing the judgment. Judge Liman rejected their request to postpone or hold the hearing by phone.