Overview

• Judge Lewis Liman ruled that Giuliani willfully violated court orders by not providing requested evidence and assets related to the defamation judgment against him.
• The $148 million judgment stems from Giuliani's false claims that election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss tampered with ballots during the 2020 presidential election.
• Giuliani failed to turn over key assets, including a Florida condominium, a Joe DiMaggio-signed jersey, and financial records, citing logistical challenges and other legal obligations.
• The court excluded Giuliani from presenting certain evidence in upcoming proceedings and may impose further sanctions, though Freeman and Moss have not requested jail time.
• Additional legal battles await Giuliani, including a January 16 trial over his Florida condo and a separate January 10 contempt hearing in Washington, D.C., for allegedly continuing defamatory claims.