Giuliani Settles $148 Million Defamation Judgment with Georgia Workers

Rudy Giuliani has settled a $148 million defamation judgment with Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Wandrea 'Shaye' Moss after falsely accusing them of election fraud following the 2020 presidential election. A federal court filing confirmed that Giuliani has 'fully satisfied' the judgment, averting a trial regarding the liquidation of his assets to pay the settlement. The jury originally awarded the women damages for defamation and emotional distress, which was later reduced to $146 million. Although specific terms of the settlement were not disclosed, Giuliani retained his properties in Manhattan and Palm Beach. This resolution comes amid ongoing legal challenges for Giuliani related to the 2020 election, where he has pleaded not guilty to criminal charges in Arizona and Georgia. The court action highlighted the serious impact of Giuliani's false claims on Freeman and Moss, who reported facing threats and harassment as a result.