Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, who served as the personal attorney for former President Donald Trump during his failed bid to overturn the 2020 election results, has been slow to transfer assets to election workers as part of a court-ordered settlement. Giuliani could now face potential contempt charges for failing to comply with the terms of the agreement.
The settlement stems from a defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting Systems, one of the largest voting machine manufacturers in the United States, against Giuliani. The company alleged that Giuliani had spread false claims about the integrity of their machines and the results of the 2020 election. In January, Dominion reached a $1.3 billion settlement with Giuliani, which included a clause requiring him to transfer certain assets to election workers who were targeted by his false accusations.
However, according to recent court filings, Giuliani has been slow to transfer the assets as outlined in the settlement agreement. Dominion’s lawyers have accused Giuliani of stalling and failing to meet his obligations, despite repeated reminders and warnings from the court. As a result, Dominion is now seeking to hold Giuliani in contempt for his failure to comply with the terms of the settlement.
Giuliani’s legal team has argued that the delays in transferring the assets are due to logistical and financial challenges, as well as ongoing negotiations with various parties involved in the settlement. They have also claimed that Giuliani has made good faith efforts to comply with the agreement and is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
However, Dominion’s lawyers have dismissed these explanations as excuses and have urged the court to take action against Giuliani for his non-compliance. They argue that Giuliani’s actions are a deliberate attempt to avoid paying the agreed-upon amounts to the election workers who were harmed by his false claims, and that he should face consequences for his actions.
If Giuliani is found in contempt of court, he could face penalties such as fines, further legal action, or even potential jail time. The court is expected to make a decision on the matter in the coming weeks, and Giuliani’s legal team will have the opportunity to present their case before any final ruling is made.
Overall, this latest development in the ongoing legal battle between Giuliani and Dominion Voting Systems highlights the potential consequences of spreading false information and the importance of holding individuals accountable for their actions. As the case continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Giuliani will ultimately resolve the issue and whether he will face further repercussions for his actions.
