Giuliani Denied Extension in Contempt Case

Rudy Giuliani is facing contempt charges for allegedly violating a court order that prohibits him from making defamatory statements about Georgia election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss. Despite a $148 million defamation judgment against him, Giuliani missed a deadline to respond to a contempt motion filed by the plaintiffs, which could lead to further sanctions. U.S. District Court Judge Beryl Howell denied his request for an extension, as Giuliani claimed he needed more time to secure legal representation, blaming the court's conduct for his difficulties in finding an attorney. His ongoing defamatory remarks prompted Freeman and Moss to request the contempt ruling, asserting that Giuliani had continued to defame them even after the judgment. The court has set a hearing for December 12, 2024, to address potential sanctions against Giuliani. Legal experts suggest that Giuliani's failure to comply with the court's directives could lead to serious consequences in his ongoing legal battles.