Jury Awards $148 Million to Georgia Election Workers Defamed by Rudy Giuliani

A Washington, D.C. jury has awarded $148 million to two Georgia election workers who were defamed by Rudy Giuliani. Ruby Freeman and her daughter, Wandrea “Shaye” Moss, testified that Giuliani, supported by former President Donald Trump, “terrorized” them by spreading lies about their activities as election workers in Fulton County during the 2020 election.

The eye-watering sum breaks down to $33 million for defamation (more than $16 million each), $40 million for emotional distress ($20 million each), and $75 million in punitive damages. Michael Gottlieb, one of the attorneys representing the two women, had asked for $48 million in damages for the pair ― $24 million per person.

In his closing argument, Gottlieb said Giuliani had “no right to offer up defenseless civil servants up to a virtual mob in order to overturn an election.” Freeman testified that she was scared to come home at dark due to the fear of the mob.

The jury agreed with Gottlieb and awarded the two women the requested amount. This is the largest award ever given in a defamation case in the District of Columbia. It is also a major victory for the two women, who have been fighting for justice for months.

The jury’s decision sends a strong message that those who spread lies and misinformation will be held accountable for their actions. It also serves as a reminder that the truth will always prevail.