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News in English (USA) / 04.01.2025 / 18:00

Rudy Giuliani Faces Multiple Contempt Hearings Over $148 Million Judgment

Rudy Giuliani is currently embroiled in a series of contempt hearings related to his failure to comply with court orders regarding asset disclosures in a defamation case involving Georgia election workers. During the proceedings, Giuliani insists he is not hiding any assets, including a prized DiMaggio jersey and a watch that belonged to his grandfather. However, he faces mounting pressure as judges express skepticism about his claims, and he risks jail time if found in contempt. The hearings stem from a judgment of $148 million pursued by the election workers, prompting Giuliani to plead for donations to save his home while fighting civil contempt penalties. The court is set to decide whether to hold him in contempt as he navigates accusations of concealing assets and ignoring legal obligations.
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